Author: Beatriz Guillén
Mexico is about to witness a historic moment as Claudia Sheinbaum becomes the first female president, taking over from Andrés Manuel López Obrador. Sheinbaum, elected with an overwhelming majority, faces a daunting task of addressing the country’s issues, including violence, economic challenges, and judicial reforms. Sheinbaum inherits a country grappling with high levels of violence, particularly in states like Chiapas and Sinaloa. With a focus on security and intelligence, her administration aims to tackle the criminal activities along the U.S.-Mexico border. Moreover, Mexico’s economy is showing signs of a downturn, with high fiscal deficits and debts, necessitating tough financial decisions.…
In a strategic move before leaving her position as Mexico’s foreign secretary, Alicia Bárcena is outlining a comprehensive migration plan known as the “Mexican Model of Human Mobility.” The plan involves investing $133 million in countries of origin, creating new care centers in Chiapas, and facilitating safe transfers for migrants with asylum appointments in the United States. This innovative model has reduced irregular crossings into the US by 66% and is set to continue under the incoming administration of Claudia Sheinbaum. The migration situation in Mexico is complex, with challenges both at the northern and southern borders. Bárcena is focused…
In a tragic turn of events, Jack Road, Callum Robinson, and Jake Robinson’s vacation in Mexico turned into a nightmare within a day. After crossing into Baja California from the United States on April 26, the three young men vanished. It took eight days for authorities to find their bodies, sparking renewed concerns about violence in Mexico. The U.S. government issued travel warnings, while Australia expressed shock at the “absolutely horrendous experience.” The story started innocently with Callum Robinson’s Instagram caption “It begins…” on April 26. The 30-year-old lacrosse player from San Diego was joined by his brother Jake, a…