Beyond the court: the Czech Republic arrives in Chapultepec with history, technology, and culture

Beyond the sporting contests, Mexico City is hosting a vibrant cultural exchange, offering a glimpse into the participating nations' heritage. The Czech Republic is seizing this opportunity to present its rich history, advanced technology, and diverse culture at a dedicated pavilion in Chapultepec Park.

Located at the Puerta de los Leones, the Czech pavilion will be open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM between June 9th and 21st. This initiative, backed by CzechTrade, the nation's trade promotion agency, seeks to foster a deeper connection between Mexico and the Czech Republic, building upon a diplomatic relationship that spans over a century.

While an estimated 500 Czech citizens reside in Mexico, the event is expected to attract around 5,000 visitors drawn by the sporting spectacle. For many, the Global Village pavilion offers a unique platform to share the cultural and economic richness of their country with a Mexican audience. Diplomatic ties between Mexico and the former Czechoslovakia were established in 1922, evolving into strong economic, cultural, and academic links over the decades.

Mexico stands as the Czech Republic's primary trading partner in Latin America, with bilateral trade experiencing consistent growth. Key sectors driving this exchange include manufacturing, mobility, healthcare, agriculture, and information technology. Czech exports to Mexico surged from $949 million in 2020 to $1.483 billion in 2025, demonstrating the dynamism of this relationship, which involves hundreds of companies from both nations. Notably, about 63% of the 941 Czech companies exporting to Mexico are small and medium-sized enterprises.

Czech technological innovations are subtly integrated into daily life in Mexico. In cybersecurity, Mexican firms utilize tools from Czech companies like Avast. Logistics and automation sectors benefit from Czech technological solutions in business communication, airport systems, and digital forensics. Public spaces also feature Czech design, with benches for the Maya Train manufactured by mmcité and contactless payment technologies from Monet+ used in transportation systems. Furthermore, the Czech Republic's aerospace industry capabilities, including the production of complete aircraft, contribute to its technological prowess.