**Marina Ávila Takes Helm of State Governors’ Organization and Calls for Operational Modernization**
Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, the governor of Baja California, has assumed the presidency of the National Conference of Governors (Conago) in a session held in Acapulco this past Tuesday, December 10, 2024. This marks the first time a representative from Baja California has taken on this role.
Governor Ávila expressed her gratitude towards the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, for her support and emphasized her dedication to collaborating with fellow governors to improve security, economic growth, and social justice throughout the country.
“We will use this platform to highlight national issues that contribute to our security, combat poverty, address migration, and consolidate welfare as part of the fourth transformation,” Ávila stated. Her leadership will include governors from a range of political backgrounds including Morena, PAN, PRI, MC, and PVEM.
Ávila advocates for modernizing the Conago through a constituent process aimed at enhancing transparency and effectiveness. “Our immediate and medium-term future depends on our willingness to work together and on the decisions we make for the greater good,” she emphasized.
In a social media message shared the same day, Ávila thanked her fellow governors for their trust. “Conago is ready to work hand in hand for all Mexicans,” she said.
In addition to her new role, Ávila participated in a session of the National Public Security Council attended by Sheinbaum, who outlined four pillars of the National Strategy: addressing the root causes of violence, strengthening the National Guard, developing intelligence and investigative capabilities, and fostering inter-institutional coordination between states and the federal government.
Ávila noted advancements in Tijuana through joint efforts involving all levels of government and reaffirmed her commitment to engage in security cabinets.
**Additional Developments:**
In related political and security updates, Claudia Sheinbaum recently emphasized the importance of tackling the underlying causes of violence across Mexico. Her strategy focuses on increasing the country’s intelligence and investigative resources as well as boosting coordination between the federal and local governments to ensure effective governance and safety.
Efforts are also underway to synchronize the development project at Otay 2 to align with construction initiatives in California, aiming for a seamless transnational infrastructure integration that will benefit both sides of the border.
Meanwhile, in other news, U.S. President Donald Trump has appointed Ronald “Ron” Johnson as the new ambassador to Mexico, indicating a continued focus on U.S.-Mexico relations. Additionally, Mexican lawmakers have approved secondary laws related to judicial reform, underscoring a commitment to revamping the country’s justice system.
These stories highlight ongoing efforts in various sectors to enhance collaboration, security, and governance both within Mexico and across international borders.