Strengthening Mexico’s Economic Ties: Sheinbaum at the G20 Summit

President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico participated in her first G20 Leaders’ Summit, held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. During the event, Sheinbaum engaged in bilateral meetings with the presidents of the United States, Canada, China, Colombia, Vietnam, and France. These meetings focused on strengthening collaboration in areas such as trade, cultural exchange, and sustainable development, showcasing Mexico’s commitment to fostering strong international partnerships.

Advancing Mexico’s Global Business and Economic Partnerships

At the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, President Sheinbaum had a productive dialogue with key global leaders. The meetings highlighted Mexico’s active role in addressing global challenges and strengthening diplomatic ties.

The president’s discussions with U.S. President Joe Biden reaffirmed the strong relationship between the two nations, emphasizing cooperation on migration, security, and economic development. With Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Sheinbaum underscored the positive impact of the USMCA on North American trade and the shared commitment to a strong regional alliance.

In her meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, Sheinbaum explored opportunities for collaboration on infrastructure, healthcare, and water resource management, along with advancing gender equality initiatives. Conversations with Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted China’s support for Mexico through recent aid initiatives and mutual efforts to strengthen economic ties.

Sheinbaum also met with Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh to discuss cultural collaboration and opportunities to deepen relations. Meanwhile, her talks with Colombian President Gustavo Petro focused on a shared vision for advancing progressive regional policies.

​​The summit provided an opportunity for Sheinbaum to engage with leaders from Latin America, including Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Chile’s President Gabriel Boric Font, reaffirming Mexico’s commitment to a unified and collaborative region.

She also participated in discussions with the MIKTA group, which includes Indonesia, South Korea, Turkey, and Australia. Leaders from these nations commended Mexico’s successful presidency of the group, which emphasized multilateralism, women’s development, and enhanced cooperation among development authorities.