A diplomatic offensive for peace
From Barcelona, Claudia Sheinbaum launched an idea that sounds like a movie script. In the middle of the Summit in Defense of Democracy, he asked to divert 10% of global spending on weapons towards a global reforestation program. Millions of people planting millions of trees. It sounds utopian, but there’s the bet.
“I want to propose a concrete action… Instead of sowing war, let’s sow peace, let’s sow life.”
It wasn’t his only move. The president also demanded a declaration against military intervention in Cuba. A clear nod to traditional Mexican doctrine and a direct message to certain international actors. The geopolitical board is always on your mind.
Speech as a political weapon
Sheinbaum spoke at length about what democracy means to her. It was a speech loaded with symbolism and historical references. He cited Benito Juárez and Abraham Lincoln, raising the Mexican legacy of struggle as a flag.
“Democracy means that life cannot be bought, nor can the freedom or dignity of people be bought.”
He defended a democracy that is not “of the elites”, but of the people. That distributes wealth, promotes participation and seeks, nothing less, “the pursuit of happiness”. Big words for complex times.
Finally, he extended an invitation: for Mexico to host this summit in 2027. A move to position the country as a key mediator, a defender of self-determination and the peaceful resolution of conflicts. The piece is on the board. Now we will see who responds to the movement.
