World Cup start: Sheinbaum meets with Infantino

Collaboration agreement between three secretariats

The ministries of Science (Secihti), Navy (Semar) and Health (Ssa) signed a collaboration agreement. The agreement seeks to join institutional efforts to develop strategic projects in scientific research and technology.

The heads of the departments—Rosaura Ruiz, Raymundo Pedro Morales Ángeles and David Kershenobich—signed the document. The objective is to strengthen coordination between institutions, take advantage of their human capacities and material resources, and promote initiatives aimed at the prevention, attention and solution of priority national problems.

The actions derived from the agreement will promote joint projects in academic, scientific and technological areas. The aim is to generate knowledge that addresses challenges of national interest, within the competencies of each entity.

After the signing, the officials visited the Naval Studies Center for Health Sciences. There they learned about the scientific, technological and research capabilities that the Navy has to contribute to public health and the generation of strategic knowledge for the country.

The three ministries reaffirmed their commitment to promoting inter-institutional collaboration, scientific and technological development, and the generation of strategic capabilities that favor the well-being of the population and national sovereignty.

Reactions of the cabinet and governors

This Wednesday, President Claudia Sheinbaum turns 64 years old. Members of his cabinet and governors sent him congratulatory messages.

Rosa Icela Rodríguez, Secretary of the Interior, described her as a “world leader” and intelligent.

“Today we celebrate the birthday of our President Claudia Sheinbaum, a world leader who with her intelligence, courage, honesty and deep love for the people makes Mexico a more humane and fair country. We send her a hug. Happy birthday President,” wrote Rodríguez.

Marath Bolaños, Secretary of Labor, wished him health, joy and satisfaction at the head of the country. “May you continue to reap shared prosperity in the Fourth Transformation,” he added.

Leticia Ramírez, Secretary of Welfare, highlighted their honesty and commitment. “Receive an affectionate congratulations and a big hug, thank you for your leadership and commitment: Love pays off with love,” he said.

Alejandro Armenta, governor of Puebla, wished him health, joy and satisfaction to continue transforming lives and building well-being for Mexico.

The Merlin Duck registration in dispute

The Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI) confirmed that it has received applications to register “Pato Merlín” as a trademark. The petitions are under review and, once the process is concluded, a resolution will be issued in accordance with the Federal Law for the Protection of Industrial Property.

“Applications for trademark registration related to the Merlin duck have been received, which are in the process provided for in the applicable regulations. Once concluded, the IMPI will issue the resolution that corresponds by law,” the agency reported.

File 3643308 details that on June 17, a man residing in Mérida, Yucatán, requested a 10-year concession of the brand and logo “El Pato Merlín. El Pato de laluck.” The design includes a duck with a green shirt and an image of Quetzalcóatl, similar to that of the Mexican Soccer Team, with the Aztec Calendar in the background. The applicant seeks to use the trademark in dozens of businesses, including for political campaign advertising.

President Claudia Sheinbaum, during her morning conference at the National Palace, referred to the case. Accompanied by Karla, the duck’s owner, she noted that her government will help the family so that the bird has “a better quality of life.” Regarding someone else’s registration request, Sheinbaum described it as an abuse.

“It’s not fair that someone else wanted to register the duck as a trademark. Imagine, what an abuse!” said the president.

Sheinbaum indicated that his administration supported the family to register the duck with the IMPI, in a process that is now advancing amid controversy.