Mexico City hosts the Conclave of Latin American and Caribbean Nations to reinforce the historic Treaty of Tlatelolco  / @SRE_mx >>>

#NuclearFreeZone #DiplomacyForPeace —— In a resounding reaffirmation of regional diplomacy and global security, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs served as the distinguished venue for the extraordinary session of the OPANAL General Conference. Under the gravitas of this multilateral assembly, Enrique Ochoa, Undersecretary for Multilateral Affairs and Human Rights, presided over the high-level dialogue among the member states of the Treaty of Tlatelolco. This pivotal gathering culminated in the strategic election of Ambassador Juan Carlos Ojeda of Uruguay, who will steer the organization as its new Secretary General for the 2026–2029 term. Mexico’s leadership in hosting this summit underscores its historical role as a sanctuary for nuclear disarmament and a steadfast advocate for international peace.

As the only regional body exclusively dedicated to the total eradication of atomic arsenals, OPANAL remains a cornerstone of the «first nuclear-weapon-free zone» in a densely populated territory. Based in Mexico City, the organization serves as a global blueprint, inspiring similar non-proliferation efforts across diverse continents through the rigorous application of the Treaty of Tlatelolco. The election of Juan Carlos Ojeda marks a vital chapter in maintaining the integrity of the denuclearized status across Latin America and the Caribbean.

Mexico explicitly reiterates its unwavering commitment to the new leadership, pledging full institutional support to advance the essential goals of the organization. A primary focus of this collaborative agenda will be disarmament education, a priority that seeks to cultivate a culture of peace and collective security for future generations. By strengthening these diplomatic ties, the region continues to consolidate its position as a «permanent zone of peace» within the modern international system.

With the successful transition of leadership, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs refrends its support for the OPANAL mission to ensure a world free from nuclear threats. The administration of Juan Carlos Ojeda is poised to elevate the regional voice in the global conversation regarding humanitarian disarmament and ethical governance. This election reaffirms that the legacy of Tlatelolco remains as vibrant and necessary today as it was at its inception.

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