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Mexico–European Union Relations
Mexico and the European Economic Community (EEC) signed an agreement intending to foster economic and trade relations on 15 July 1975. Mexico and the European Union (EU) have had a free trade agreement since 2000 and the two benefit from high investment flows. Agreements In 1997, Mexico was the first country in Latin America to sign a partnership agreement with the EU. The "EU-Mexico Economic Partnership, Political Coordination and Cooperation Agreement" entered into force in 2000 and established a free trade area (FTA) between the two parties (see trade section below). It also establishes regular high-level contact between the EU and Mexico and acted as a catalyst for increased investment flows.Mexico (United Mexican States) European External Action Service Mexico and the EU reached a new |
Mexico
Mexico, officially the United Mexican States, is a country in North America. It is the northernmost country in Latin America, and borders the United States to the north, and Guatemala and Belize to the southeast; while having maritime boundary, maritime boundaries with the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Caribbean Sea to the southeast, and the Gulf of Mexico to the east. Mexico covers 1,972,550 km2 (761,610 sq mi), and is the List of countries by area, thirteenth-largest country in the world by land area. With a population exceeding 130 million, Mexico is the List of countries by population, tenth-most populous country in the world and is home to the Hispanophone#Countries, largest number of native Spanish speakers. Mexico City is the capital and List of cities in Mexico, largest city, which ranks among the List of cities by population, most populous metropolitan areas in the world. Human presence in Mexico dates back to at least 8,000 BC. Mesoamerica, considered a cradle ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Finland–Mexico Relations
The nations of Finland and Mexico established diplomatic relations in 1936. Both nations are members of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the United Nations. History On 13 July 1920, Mexico recognized the independence of Finland from Russia. On 2 October 1936, Finland and Mexico signed a ''Treaty of Friendship'' in Washington, D.C., United States which officially established diplomatic relations between both nations. In December 1939, during the Winter War, Mexican President Lázaro Cárdenas sent a message of solidarity to the Finnish people. In 1949, a few years after the end of World War II, Finland and Mexico formally accredited ambassadors to each other. The first Mexican embassy accredited to Finland was based in Stockholm, Sweden with Gilberto Bosques Saldívar becoming the first Mexican Ambassador accredited to Finland. The first Finnish embassy accredited to Mexico was based in Washington, D.C. In 1964, resident embassies were established in e ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mexico–Portugal Relations
The nations of Mexico and Portugal established diplomatic relations in 1864. Both nations are members of the Organization of Ibero-American States, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the United Nations. History The first official diplomatic contacts between Mexico and Portugal took place in 1843 in when ambassadors of both nations met in Washington, D.C., United States. Diplomatic relations were not established officially until 20 October 1864 under the government of Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico. Portugal, however, broke diplomatic relations with Mexico in 1867 after the assassination of the Emperor. Relations were not reinstated until 1879. In 1884, Mexico opened its first diplomatic mission in Lisbon; however, the mission was closed in 1918 when Portugal refused to recognize the government of Mexican President Venustiano Carranza. Diplomatic relations were restored once again between the two nations in 1929. In 1959, diplomatic missions were opened in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mexico–Poland Relations
The nations of Mexico and Poland first established formal diplomatic relations in 1928, however, the two states interacted non-officially before then. As early as 1519, King Sigismund I of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth became aware of Mexico from messages with his envoy in Spain, Jan Dantyszek, who corresponded with Hernán Cortés during the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire. Several Polish migrants began to migrate to New Spain (as Mexico was previously known before its independence). The first waves of Polish migrants to Mexico commenced in 1830 as well as the beginning of the 20th century due to various circumstances affecting Poland at the time such as insurrections, partitions and the two World Wars. Both nations are members of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the United Nations. Bilateral relations between Mexico and Poland are based on historical connection, trade and mutual trust between both nations. History During Spanish co ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mexico–Netherlands Relations
The nations of Mexico and the Netherlands established diplomatic relations in 1827. Both nations are members of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the United Nations. History The Netherlands was the second European country to recognize Mexico soon after gaining independence from Spain in 1821. That same year, the Netherlands began transporting goods between Mexico and Europe as the Netherlands was seen as a "neutral" nation during disputes between France and Spain. In 1826, the Netherlands appointed a consul-general in Mexico City. Mexico reciprocated the gesture by opening a diplomatic office in The Hague. Diplomatic relations were officially established between both nations on 15 June 1827 with the signing of the ''Treaty of Friendship, Navigation and Commerce''. Between 1864 - 1878, diplomatic relations were suspended by Mexican President Benito Juárez after the Dutch government recognized the government of Emperor Maximilian I in Mexico by Fren ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luxembourg–Mexico Relations
The nations of Luxembourg and Mexico established diplomatic relations in 1947. Both nations are members of the OECD and the United Nations. History Diplomatic relations between Luxembourg and Mexico were established in 1947. In 1980, Luxembourgish Prime Minister Pierre Werner paid an official visit to Mexico and met with President José López Portillo. During his visit to Mexico, both nations discussed and emphasized the energetic cooperation, especially in the iron and steel industry, and Luxembourg's participation in the Las Truchas Steel Project in the Mexican state of Michoacán. In March 1991, Foreign Minister Jacques Poos paid a visit to Mexico. In April that same year, Mexican Foreign Minister Fernando Solana paid an official visit to Luxembourg, becoming the first high-level representative of the Mexican government to visit Luxembourg. In March 1996, Grand Duke Jean of Luxembourg paid an official visit to Mexico. While in Mexico, Grand Duke Jean met with President Erne ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lithuania–Mexico Relations
The nations of Lithuania and Mexico initially established diplomatic relations in 1938, however, diplomatic relations were interrupted with Lithuania's annexation by the Soviet Union. In 1991, both nations re-established diplomatic relations. Both nations are members of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the United Nations. History Early contact between Lithuania and Mexico occurred with the immigration of over 700 primarily Lithuanian Jews to Mexico between 1900 and 1950. As a result, the Justo Sierra Synagogue 71 in Mexico City was created to replicate the destroyed Shavel Synagogue in Šiauliai, Lithuania. In 1918, Lithuania obtained its independence after World War I and after 123 years as part of the Russian Empire. On 5 May 1921, Mexico recognized Lithuania's independence. Both nations established diplomatic relations on 31 May 1938 in Washington, D.C. after the signing of a Treaty of Friendship. During World War II, Lithuania was occupied by ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Latvia–Mexico Relations
The nations of Latvia and Mexico established diplomatic relations in 1991. Both nations are members of the OECD, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the United Nations. History In November 1918, Latvia declared its independence from the Russian Empire after World War I. In May 1927, Mexico recognized Latvia's independence. During World War II, Latvia was occupied by both Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union and after the war, Latvia was forcibly annexed by the Soviet Union in 1944. In May 1990, Latvia obtained its independence after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Mexico recognized the independence of and re-established diplomatic relations with Latvia on 27 November 1991. In September 1993, Latvia opened an honorary consulate in Mexico City. In 2000, Mexico opened an honorary consulate in Riga. In June 2000, Mexican Foreign Undersecretary, Juan Rebolledo Gout, paid a visit Latvia and met with President Vaira Vike-Freiberga in Jūrmala. In March 2004, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Italy–Mexico Relations
The nations of Italy and Mexico first established formal diplomatic relations in 1874, following the unification of Italy. The two nations were twice on the opposite sides of 20th century conflicts: first in the Spanish Civil War from 1936 to 1939, and later during World War II from 1942 to 1945. Mexico re-established diplomatic relations with Italy in 1946 and relations have continued unabated since. Both nations are members of the G20, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the United Nations. History The first contact between Italy and Mexico was in 1869, just before the end of Italian unification in 1870; when Italy expressed its desire to open a consulate in Mexico. An Italian consulate was opened in Mexico in December 1872; however, diplomatic relations between the two nations were not established until 15 December 1874. In 1875, Mexico opened a diplomatic office in Rome. The first Italian migrants arrived to Mexico as early as 1857 with larger waves a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ireland–Mexico Relations
The nations of Ireland and Mexico established diplomatic relations in 1974. The relationship has been often associated with the Irish migration to Mexico. Both nations are members of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, United Nations and the World Trade Organization. History During the Spanish colonization of Mexico, several Spanish Viceroys were of Irish descent, including Juan O'Donojú, who was the last Spanish Viceroy. During the Mexican–American War (1846–1848), many Irish-American immigrants abandoned their posts to join Mexican forces due to their solidarity through shared discrimination, and persecution of their Catholic faith by protestant Americans. One of the most popular Irish battalions during the war was that of the St. Patrick's Battalion, which fought for the Mexican side during both the Battle of Buena Vista and Battle of Churubusco in 1847, among others. On 10 January 1974, both nations established diplomatic relations. At first, Me ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hungary–Mexico Relations
Initial relations between Hungary and Mexico date back to the short reign of the Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico from 1864 to 1867. Diplomatic relations with the Austro-Hungarian Empire were established in 1901, and diplomatic relations continued between an independent Hungary and Mexico after the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in 1918, however, diplomatic relations were once again suspended between 1941 and 1974. Diplomatic relations were re-established between both nations on 14 May 1974 and have continued unabated since. Both nations are members of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the United Nations. History In 1861, French Emperor Napoleon III sought to expand his empire and invaded Mexico. The French Empire, along with Hungarian hussars, took control of the country. The first official contact between the Kingdom of Hungary and Mexico commenced with the arrival of Emperor Maximilian of Habsburg, who ruled Mexico from 1864 to 1867 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
