27th meeting of Mexico’s ambassadors and consuls
By way of illustration in this edition we are mentioning some different aspects and issues we consider important for our university community, interested in the Mexican Foreign Service and how this is updated and reinforced regarding foreign policy even the diplomatic aspect in the international context and attention to fellow citizens abroad.
According to its website “The Foreign Ministry’s mission is to conduct the foreign policy of Mexico through dialogue, cooperation, promotion of the country and care for Mexicans abroad and coordinate international action by the Government of the Republic.”
As noted above following an outline of the most important issues concluded with a meeting with President Enrique Peña Nieto.
This important event contains chapters on:
-Using technology for a dynamic, effective diplomacy that is close to society.
-Being agents of change to influence international policies for the benefit of Mexicans
Ambassadors, consuls and heads of mission learned about the political, technological and social changes taking place within the current geopolitical context and were receptive to the possibility of strengthening their skills, which will be vitally important for fulfilling the president’s mandate: to be agents of change, able to contribute to and positively influence international policies for the benefit of all Mexican citizens.
The international social context calls for rethinking the paradigms for the international agenda. Mexico must assume its global responsibility for achieving peace and prosperity in the various regions of the world and continuing its development, given that it is a country of institutions that is committed to human rights and the rule of law.
Workshops were held on information technologies to enable communication and interaction with a diverse and international audience. These technologies have transformed the way foreign policy is conducted. Digital technologies are now used to create a more dynamic, effective diplomacy that is closer to society.
Also discussed were: investment opportunities in Mexico, with specialists in hydrocarbons, infrastructure and other strategic sectors; current technological, economic and political developments in Mexico and the world; the structural reforms and transformation of the country and its impact on the country’s development.
References
Secretaria de Relaciones Exteriores. (201, Enero 15). Secretaria de Relaciones Exteriores. Retrieved from http://www.gob.mx/sre/en/que-hacemos
Secretaria de Relaciones Exteriores. (2016, Enero 15). Secretaria de Relaciones Exteriores. Retrieved from https://www.gob.mx/sre/prensa/27th-meeting-of-mexico-s-ambassadors-and-consuls-rec2016-positioning-mexico-to-play-a-constructive-role-on-the-world-stage
