The president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardohas confirmed that he will not attend Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony, scheduled for January 20, 2025. In his usual morning press conference, known as La Mañanera, Sheinbaum calmly declared: “No, but it doesn’t happen nothing”, when referring to his absence at the event of the president-elect of the United States.
According to the Mexican president, the invitation to the ceremony was extended through the usual diplomatic channel, focusing more on the attendance of ambassadors from different countries. Ambassador Esteban Moctezuma would attend on behalf of Mexico, who stressed that this practice is common in the United States, where the presence of diplomatic corps is preferred instead of heads of state for these events.
This decision does not seem to indicate a break in bilateral relations. Sheinbaum has expressed his conviction that the relationship between Mexico and the United States “will be good, based on respect and dialogue.” The Mexican president has emphasized the importance of economic cooperation between both countries, recalling the benefits of the Free Trade Agreement (TMEC) and the economic contribution of Mexican migrants to USA.
Sheinbaum has begun conversations with the president-elect of the United States, Donald Trump, addressing complex issues such as migration, fentanyl trafficking and the trade relationship in North America. Sheinbaum stressed that his government has strategies to resolve the immigration concerns expressed by Trump andavoid a tariff war between both countries.
The inauguration ceremony, in which Trump will take office for the second time, will take place in the emblematic Capitol in Washington. The event will begin at 11:00 am CT, under the theme “Our lasting democracy: a constitutional promise.” Although the protocol does not usually include foreign leaders, the invitation to the president of China was confirmed, Xi Jinpingdespite the trade tensions between both countries. will also attend Santiago Abascal president of the Spanish party VOX.
Likewise, the presence of the president of Ecuador, Daniel Noboa, is expected, who has confirmed his attendance. The former president of Brazil also stands out on the guest list, Jair Bolsonaro, although he must obtain a special permit to leave Brazil due to legal investigations against him.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Relationship between Mexico and the United States under Sheinbaum and Trump
Why won’t Claudia Sheinbaum attend Donald Trump’s inauguration?
Claudia Sheinbaum will not attend Donald Trump’s inauguration because it is a common practice in the United States that heads of state do not attend these types of events, being represented by ambassadors. In the case of Mexico, Ambassador Esteban Moctezuma will represent the country during the ceremony.
What impact does Sheinbaum’s absence at Trump’s inauguration have on Mexico-US relations?
Sheinbaum’s absence at the inauguration does not indicate a break in bilateral relations. Sheinbaum has emphasized that the relationship between Mexico and the United States will be good, based on respect and dialogue. Conversations have begun on topics such as migration and trade, highlighting the importance of economic cooperation between both countries.
What topics have Sheinbaum and Trump discussed in their recent conversations?
In their conversations, Sheinbaum and Trump have addressed issues such as migration, fentanyl trafficking and the trade relationship in North America. Sheinbaum has assured that there will not be a tariff war despite Trump’s previous threats and has highlighted the importance of strategies to resolve immigration concerns.
How is Mexico addressing the issue of fentanyl trafficking?
Claudia Sheinbaum has commented that in Mexico the consumption of fentanyl is lowattributing it to family unity and awareness campaigns such as “Fentanyl kills.” This program has been sent to Trump’s team to study and adapt it in the United States.
