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In a nationally significant event, Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo led the signing of the National Agreement for the Human Right to Water and Sustainability. This agreement aims to ensure equitable and sustainable access to water as a human right while promoting a long-term vision for the management of this vital resource across the country.
The agreement brings together all 32 governors of Mexico, along with business leaders, academics, and representatives from irrigation districts, in a collaborative effort that includes a 9-billion-peso investment for 2025, dedicated to modernizing agricultural irrigation systems. President Sheinbaum emphasized that water must be regarded as a national asset rather than a commodity, prioritizing access for all Mexicans, food production, and the equitable development of the country.
During her speech, President Sheinbaum outlined the strategic pillars of the National Agreement for the Human Right to Water and Sustainability. First, she highlighted the recognition of water as a human right and a national asset, stressing the importance of guaranteeing sufficient and quality access for the population, agriculture, and industrial development. She also underscored the government’s commitment to reorganizing potable water concessions, prioritizing human consumption and environmental conservation. This initiative seeks to optimize the use of this vital resource to ensure its equitable availability.
Another key focus is efficiency in agricultural irrigation, with the 9-billion-peso investment for 2025 aimed at implementing advanced technologies to minimize water waste in farming. Additionally, Sheinbaum emphasized the collaboration of the business sector as a fundamental pillar, promoting compliance with regulations to ensure the proper treatment of water used in industries. Finally, she announced a plan to restore the Lerma-Santiago, Tula, and Atoyac rivers, aiming to improve their quality and address historical pollution issues.
A highlight of the event was the participation of Eduardo Tricio, president of Grupo Lala, who announced concrete actions to support the agreement. Among them was the return of water concessions in Cuatro Ciénegas, Coahuila—a historic demand by environmentalists and local farmers. This action will enable the recovery of 1.9 million cubic meters of water for the region’s environmental reserve, one of Mexico’s most important ecosystems.
Furthermore, Grupo Lala will invest in the modernization of irrigation systems with precision technologies in the Comarca Lagunera, making it the most efficient district in the country. The company will also allocate resources to restore wetlands and protect priority ecosystems within the protected area of the Cañón de Fernández and the Nazas River basin.
This agreement sets a significant precedent in Mexico’s water policy. With the participation of all sectors of society, the initiative aims to address challenges related to climate change, water scarcity, and the contamination of water bodies. President Sheinbaum emphasized that this effort extends beyond her term, aiming to establish the foundation for sustainable water management in the long term.
“Only together can we ensure that Mexico has enough water for its people, its agriculture, and its industry. This is a commitment to the present and future of the country,” Sheinbaum concluded, urging those present to work together for the welfare of Mexico.
