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Sheinbaum calls for national unity amid 'external onslaught' over Rocha case
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Sheinbaum calls for national unity amid 'external onslaught' over Rocha case

From El Universal · (15m ago) Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum called for national unity in response to external criticism regarding the governor of Sinaloa.
  • She urged Mexicans to seek information and reject falsehoods, stating that those who oppose national unity are aligned with foreign interests.
  • The president emphasized Mexico's constitutional right to self-determination and international policy amidst accusations of organized crime links involving the governor.

The "embate del exterior" (external onslaught) against Mexico, as President Claudia Sheinbaum aptly termed it, demands a resolute stance of national unity. The recent accusations leveled against Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya and other state officials by the United States government are not merely an attack on individuals but an affront to our sovereignty. As "El Universal" has consistently championed, Mexico's strength lies in its people and their unwavering commitment to self-determination.

Frente al embate exterior lo que debe haber es unidad nacional, unidad con el pueblo, quien no quiera eso, pues es que está con el exterior.

— Claudia SheinbaumPresident Sheinbaum's statement on national unity in the face of external criticism.

President Sheinbaum's call to inform ourselves and reject "mentiras y calumnias" (lies and calumnies) is crucial. In an era where foreign powers seek to undermine our institutions through baseless allegations, it is imperative that Mexicans remain vigilant and discerning. The President's assertion that "whoever does not want this, is with the exterior" is a powerful reminder that solidarity with our nation is paramount. We must not allow external pressures to fracture our resolve or sow division within our ranks.

Lee también Cuando "El Mayo" Zambada aseguró que se reuniría con Rocha; "me quieren hacer narco a fuerza", respondió

— Rubén Rocha MoyaGovernor Rocha Moya's past statement about alleged attempts to link him to organized crime.

Our Constitution clearly outlines Mexico's international policy and the principle of self-determination. These are not abstract concepts but the bedrock of our national identity. The accusations against Governor Rocha Moya, regardless of their origin, must be viewed through the lens of respecting our sovereign right to govern ourselves. "El Universal" stands with the President in urging national unity and in defending our right to chart our own course, free from undue foreign interference. This is not just about one governor; it is about the integrity and independence of Mexico.

El llamado a informarse y a no dejarse llevar por mentiras, calumnias, pero cada quién asume sus responsabilidad en la historia, cada quien.

— Claudia SheinbaumPresident Sheinbaum's advice to the public on discerning information.
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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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