Claudia Sheinbaum: Challenges and obstacles of her tenure in Mexico

The future president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, will face a challenging political and economic landscape when she assumes office on October 1st. The challenges she will have to confront are of great magnitude, including cartel violence, the country's polarization, the cost of maintaining social programs, and the influence of her predecessor, Andrés Manuel López Obrador. According to analysts, the main axes around which Sheinbaum's challenges will revolve are money management, dialogue-seeking, and the uncertainty surrounding the upcoming elections in the United States. López Obrador, who has marked a polarizing style of government, stated that he will not interfere in his successor's management and will retire from public life to focus on reflection and nature. However, López Obrador announced that the current Secretary of the Treasury, Rogelio Ramírez de la O, will remain in his position to provide stability to the markets, marking a continuity in economic policy that Sheinbaum will have to manage. Balancing maintaining López Obrador's legacy and potentially adjusting controversial measures such as militarization or security policy will be one of the most complex challenges of her government. One of the most urgent economic problems Sheinbaum will face is the sustainability of social programs, which represent a large percentage of Mexico's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). With a considerable public deficit and a lack of oil revenues, the need for fiscal reform is seen as an essential measure to ensure the country's financial viability. The presence of Pemex as a central element in the economy and national politics also poses a challenge for the new president, who has expressed interest in promoting clean energy. The impact of energy policies in a global context transitioning towards more sustainable sources is a key issue that will require strategic decisions from Sheinbaum. Additionally, the transition of power period will coincide with the electoral campaign in the United States, adding an element of uncertainty to the bilateral relations between both countries. The Mexican government's stance on issues such as security, immigration, and trade will be influenced by the results of the elections in the U.S., which will be a determining factor in Mexico's political agenda. Sheinbaum's experience in the United States and her proficiency in the English language could facilitate a smoother dialogue with the U.S. administration; however, the uncertainty regarding the continuity of Washington's policies presents an additional challenge for the new president. The relationship with the neighboring country will be crucial in issues such as border security and cooperation in combating organized crime. Internally, managing political polarization and building consensus will be fundamental for Sheinbaum's government. Defending the division of powers and strengthening democratic institutions will be pillars in building a transparent and responsible government. The need to ensure respect for human rights and accountability in a context of high violence and corruption poses an additional challenge for the future leader. The political power Sheinbaum will hold, backed by a favorable parliamentary majority, gives her a significant influence in decision-making. However, the diversity of interests and the complexity of the Mexican political landscape will demand negotiation and leadership skills from the president to reach consensus and advance an agenda of transformation and sustainable development. In summary, Claudia Sheinbaum faces a series of multifaceted challenges that will test her leadership and management abilities. Handling the economy, international relations, and domestic politics will require strategic and consensus-based decisions to address the structural problems affecting Mexico. The path towards an efficient, transparent government committed to the well-being of the population will demand audacity, pragmatism, and a sense of responsibility from Sheinbaum in a complex and changing national and international context.