Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum emphasized Mexico's commitment to sovereignty and independence during a high-profile address on February 6, 2026, marking the 109th anniversary of the country's 1917 Constitution. Speaking in Querétaro, 200 kilometers from Mexico City, Sheinbaum declared that Mexico 'will not return to being a colony or protectorate of anyone,' directly addressing concerns about foreign influence in an era of shifting global alliances.
"Mexico does not bow down, does not kneel, does not surrender and does not sell out,"
the president stated, framing her administration's proposed constitutional reforms as safeguards against external interference. The reforms aim to strengthen national control over natural resources and institutional integrity, reflecting growing debates about sovereignty across developing economies.
While not naming specific nations, Sheinbaum's remarks come amid heightened scrutiny of international power dynamics. Analysts suggest the speech resonates with broader trends in Asia and Latin America, where multiple governments are reevaluating trade partnerships and resource management strategies.
