On National Day, the 214th anniversary of Mexico’s independence was commemorated by the Mexican Embassy in Kuwait. Along with members of the diplomatic corps accredited to the State of Kuwait, the event was attended by the Assistant Foreign Minister for American Affairs, Sheikh Nawaf Abdullateef Al Ahmed, and His Excellency Eduardo Peña Haller, the Ambassador of Mexico to Kuwait.
The celebration commenced with the national anthems of Kuwait and Mexico being played, and then a cake-cutting ceremony led by Ambassador Peña Haller and Sheikh Nawaf Abdullateef Al-Ahmad.
In an address on this particular day, His Excellency Eduardo Peña Haller paid tribute to the nation’s independence movement, which got its start 218 years ago in the little town of Dolores, Hidalgo, when priest Miguel Hidalgo called on the populace to rebel against the viceroyalty of New Spain.
“Together with his fellow priest José María Morelos y Pavón, they called for a new course for Mexico, one that championed the dignity and freedom of all its people,” Ambassador Haller said, as reported by Zawya.
He emphasised the close relations between Kuwait and Mexico, showing that both nations uphold similar ideals like respect for international law, a firm commitment to multilateralism, the encouragement of peaceful coexistence, and an understanding that international cooperation is an essential tool for creating a more just and equitable world.
According to Ambassador Haller, Kuwait and Mexico share values because of similar historical experiences that have taught them that violence, militarism, and armament do not solve the problems facing humanity; rather, they deepen already existing divides.
He underlined that recent high-level visits have strengthened ties between Kuwait and Mexico and led to the signing of 25 treaties and agreements, demonstrating the growth of their relationship. The two nations’ trade is expanding at a rate of 28.5% per year, according to Ambassador Haller.
According to him, Dr. Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, a woman, has been the president of Mexico since October 1, 2024.