France

Relations between France and Mexico are entering a new phase. During the annual political consultations held in Paris on April 14, 2026, the two countries expressed their common desire to strengthen a strategic partnership that has become central in the face of international changes.

A bilateral relationship was consolidated during the meeting between Martin Briens, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, and María Teresa Mercado Pérez. In a context marked by geopolitical tensions and increased fragmentation of international balances, Paris and Mexico aim to build on enhanced cooperation.

The officials welcomed the upcoming adoption of a joint action plan, seen as a structural lever to deepen political, economic, and cultural exchanges. This document follows the official visit of Emmanuel Macron to Mexico in November 2025, which marked a turning point in the bilateral relationship.

In addition to the bilateral relationship, France and Mexico reaffirm a strong convergence on major international issues. They advocate for multilateralism based on international law and the United Nations Charter, especially as international institutions are being tested.

Among their shared priorities is the revival of the Franco-Mexican initiative to regulate the use of the veto in the Security Council in cases of mass atrocities. This long-standing project aims to limit institutional blockages in critical humanitarian situations and enhance the effectiveness of global governance.

Discussions also covered major regional and global developments, reflecting a shared willingness to adopt coordinated positions in response to contemporary crises.

The year 2026 holds special significance for Franco-Mexican relations, marking the bicentennial of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Numerous events are planned on both sides of the Atlantic, covering all fields of cooperation: culture, economy, innovation, and diplomacy.

This commemorative momentum is part of a broader strategy for sustainable rapprochement. It aims to strengthen ties between civil societies and embed the Franco-Mexican partnership in a long-term perspective.

In a changing world, France and Mexico seek to consolidate a strategic alliance based on common values and a shared vision of international balances.