**New Appointments Announced by Federal Culture Secretariat**
On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, marking the first official day of the new federal administration term running from 2024 to 2030, the Federal Culture Secretariat unveiled new appointments to key positions within its ranks. This move is part of the ongoing efforts to fortify the so-called “Second Floor” of the Fourth Transformation.
Headed by Claudia Curiel de Icaza, the Secretariat announced the following appointments:
– Marina Núñez Bespalova continues as the Undersecretary of Cultural Development.
– Alejandra de la Paz Nájera steps in as the Director General of the National Institute of Fine Arts and Literature (INBAL) starting October 16.
– Diego Prieto Hernández retains his role as Director General of the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH).
– Daniela Elena Alatorre Benard assumes the position of Director General of the Mexican Institute of Cinematography (IMCINE).
– Lucina Jiménez López will lead as Director General of Cultural Formation and Management, a newly created division, effective October 16.
– Marina Stavenhagen Vargas will take over as Director General of the National Cinematheque beginning November 1.
– Cristián Calónico Lucio is appointed as Director General of Estudios Churubusco.
– Alonso Millán Zepeda becomes Director General of Channel 22.
– José Luis Paredes Pacho will oversee the System of Support for Creation and Cultural Projects.
– Livier Jara García is appointed as Director of the Centro de la Imagen.
Claudia Curiel de Icaza expressed her gratitude for the leadership and dedication of Alejandra Frausto Guerrero and her team, who served from 2018 to 2024, notably including María Novaro Peñaloza, Pável Granados Chaparro, Alejandro Pelayo Rangel, Erwin Neumaier de Hoyos, and Johan Trujillo Argüelles.
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**Additional News: Changes and Challenges in Mexico’s Cultural Sector**
[Compiling from recent updates], the Mexican cultural sector is anticipating significant changes under the new leadership announced by the Federal Culture Secretariat. Analysts and cultural professionals express both optimism and concern as the newly appointed officials prepare to tackle challenges such as expanding cultural accessibility, supporting indigenous art forms, and enhancing digital cultural initiatives. The outgoing administration has laid the groundwork, but the incoming team is expected to innovate and propel Mexico’s cultural narrative on a global stage. Additionally, eyes are on the new Director of the Cineteca Nacional, as the institution seeks to redefine its offerings in a rapidly evolving digital media landscape.
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