Laura Itzel Castillo Appointed President of the Mexican Senate
In a significant leadership shift, Laura Itzel Castillo has been appointed as the new president of the Mexican Senate, succeeding Gerardo Fernández Noroña. Castillo emphasized her intent to uphold institutional protocols and legal frameworks while championing her leftist principles, reports 24brussels.
Castillo’s elevation follows a unanimous decision by the National Regeneration Movement (Morena) ahead of the upcoming congressional session. During a press briefing, she asserted her dedication to fostering democratic values and ensuring orderly legislative proceedings. “The election was unanimous for all positions including the presidency, vice-presidency, and the two secretaries, and we are very proud to have reached such consensus,” Castillo stated.
She highlighted the historic representation of women in the Senate’s leadership roles, declaring, “I want to proudly share that Morena’s parliamentary group’s proposal consists entirely of women, so we can confidently say that it truly is the time for women.” This emphasizes the party’s aim of promoting gender equity within political leadership.
In response to Castillo’s appointment, President Claudia Sheinbaum commended her career trajectory and recalled her family’s legacy. “She is the daughter of Heriberto Castillo, a great social activist and skilled engineer who once founded the Mexican Workers’ Party. Laura is also a committed social activist, which is wonderful,” Sheinbaum remarked, underlining the significance of Castillo’s social activism.
As Castillo prepares to navigate the complexities of her new role, her commitment to integrity and institutional respect promises to shape her leadership style amidst the evolving political landscape in Mexico.
