President Claudia Sheinbaum led her 'morning' conference this Thursday, November 14, from the National Palace. When questioned about a possible negative ruling against Mexico regarding transgenic corn, Sheinbaum asserted that white corn is 'the best defense' for the conservation of biodiversity and the health of Mexicans. According to her words, Mexico has the primary obligation that the white corn grown in the country is not transgenic, which will be enshrined in the Constitution as a measure for the conservation of biodiversity and health.
Regarding the possible ruling against Mexico on transgenic corn, Marcelo Ebrard, Secretary of Economy, acknowledged the possibility of this unfavorable resolution. On the other hand, in relation to the case of Marilyn Cote, a lawyer who posed as a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, Sheinbaum described this incident as 'very serious' and linked to health issues. The president indicated that they will work with the Ministry of Health to provide information about recognized doctors and specialists, thus ensuring that health services are provided by duly accredited professionals.
In response to criticisms from the U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, Ken Salazar, regarding the 'Hugs, Not Guns' strategy, Sheinbaum stated that Mexico is an independent and free country, and highlighted the importance of coordination between Mexico and the United States on issues such as drug trafficking, arms, migration, and security. Regarding Salazar’s accusation of rejected funding to address violence in Mexico, the president did not comment on the matter.
Recently, José Peña Merino, head of the Digital Transformation Agency, explained how this entity of the Government of Mexico will operate. The central points that the agency will address are the unification of the technological capabilities of the federal government, technological autonomy, and the search for budgetary savings. The agency will have seven core areas of focus, including the simplification of procedures, digitization, digital identity, among other points related to digital transformation and telecommunications in the country.
