Claudia Sheinbaum’s Security Strategy: The Way Forward?

On October 1, Claudia Sheinbaum made history by becoming the first woman to serve as president of Mexico, a major milestone for the country. In an upcoming webinar, a panel of experts will examine her initial approach to national security. The discussion will delve into her administration’s security posture, highlighting both new initiatives and key policy adjustments that shape Sheinbaum’s strategy. Panelists will evaluate her administration’s early days, providing insight into how effectively it has responded to Mexico’s most pressing security challenges, including the dynamics of cooperation and coordination with the United States.

Additionally, the discussion will compare Sheinbaum’s strategy with that of her predecessor Andrés Manuel López Obrador, focusing on continuities and deviations in methodology, priorities and projected consequences. The development provides a valuable opportunity to assess whether Sheinbaum’s approach signals a significant shift or refinement of previous policies, as well as what her leadership means for Mexico’s stability, public safety and bilateral relations with the United States in the coming years.