President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador he stated that the suspension of relations applies only to embassiesnot countries. Relations will resume, he stressed, when U.S. and Canadian diplomats respect Mexican sovereignty.
The reform, which is part of a broader package of constitutional changes, aims to a thorough overhaul of Mexico's pension system, energy sector and judicial institutions. The President proposes, among other things, that judges, including judges of the Supreme Courtwere elected by popular vote. Critics of the bill say it could undermine the separation of powers and lead to a loss of independence for economic regulatory agencies.
Mexico suspends relations with US and Canadian embassies. Americans warn
As CNN highlighted, the US ambassador to Mexico, Ken Salazar, expressed concerns that the reforms initiated by President Obrador could harm democracy in Mexico and negatively affect trade relations with the United States. Canadian Ambassador Graeme Clark also noted investors' concerns about the potential elimination of autonomous bodies.
Following the announcement of President López Obrador's reform bill, US lawmakers warned that reforms could threaten key economic and security interests and be inconsistent with commitments in the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement, which is due for review in 2026.
Mexico's president has defended the reform, saying he seeks to strengthen constitutional rights and democratic principles in his country.
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