Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has issued a statement to congratulate Claudia Sheinbaum on her historic election as the first female President of Mexico. The milestone came at a time when Canada and Mexico celebrate 80 years of diplomatic relations, further deepening their already strong bilateral ties.
While congratulating Sheinbaum, Trudeau said: “On behalf of the Government of Canada, I congratulate Claudia Sheinbaum on her election as the first woman President of Mexico. As our two countries celebrate 80 years of diplomatic relations this year, I look forward to working closely with President-elect Sheinbaum to further strengthen the friendship between Canada and Mexico, which is rooted in cultural connections, shared priorities, and a dynamic trade and investment relationship.”
Trudeau talked about the collaborative spirit that has long characterized the relationship between both countries and highlighted major areas of cooperation, including fighting climate change, strengthening international peace and security, promoting gender equality, and advancing reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.
The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (USCMA), which replaced NAFTA, continues to be the pillar of economic cooperation, aiming to create good middle-class jobs, grow economies, and ensure fairness for the upcoming generations.
Also, Trudeau acknowledged the outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador for his strong partnership which has been instrumental in fostering the ties between the two countries over the past six years.
Sheinbaum’s election is particularly important as she becomes the first woman to hold Mexico’s presidency.
She was born in Mexico City and possesses a distinguished career in science and politics. She served as the Mayor of Mexico City before contesting for president, earning high recognition for her work in environmental sustainability and urban development.
The Mexican diaspora in Canada, with over 100,000 in number, is expected to welcome the presidency of Sheinbaum and her potential visit. This Mexican community has played a major role in enriching the multicultural fabric of Canada and developing closer cultural and economic ties between the two countries.