Claudia Sheinbaum Becomes Mexico's First Woman President, Narendra Modi Celebrates Historic Win

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Claudia Sheinbaum on her historic victory as Mexico's first woman President-elect, praising outgoing President Lopez Obrador's leadership. Modi expressed eagerness for future collaborations. Sheinbaum, a climate scientist and former Mexico City mayor, was the favoured successor.


PTI | New Delhi | Updated: 06-06-2024 11:37 IST | Created: 06-06-2024 11:37 IST
Claudia Sheinbaum Becomes Mexico's First Woman President, Narendra Modi Celebrates Historic Win
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended his congratulations to Claudia Sheinbaum for her historic triumph in the Mexican presidential election. Sheinbaum's victory marks her as Mexico's first woman President-elect, a milestone celebrated widely across the nation.

Modi lauded the leadership of outgoing President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, noting that Sheinbaum's win is a testament to his legacy. In a message posted on X, Modi said, ''Congratulations to Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico's first woman President-elect! This is a momentous occasion for the people of Mexico and a tribute to the great leadership of President @lopezobrador as well.''

The Indian Prime Minister also expressed his anticipation for continued collaboration and mutual progress between the two nations. Claudia Sheinbaum, a distinguished climate scientist and former mayor of Mexico City, was widely seen as Obrador's preferred successor. Her victory is expected to usher in a new era of leadership in Mexico.

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