Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico – Connect with Mexico is back in town to help you discover this wonderful country, so come enjoy the topics of the 2025 Season, which begin on January 14, and continue from 6:00 to 7:30 pm every other Tuesday through March 11 at the International Friendship Club (IFC).
Carlos Navarro, a former analyst for the US Government and strategist for the Office of the President of Mexico, is back at it this year and ready to share in insightful conversations with you, using words and images that will help us better understand this “tricky” country a little better.
If you are an English-speaking expat in Puerto Vallarta, this series of bi-weekly conversations is a great way to learn about Mexico’s people, politics and geography. These five Connect with Mexico sessions will no doubt teach you a lot about Mexico, yourself, and the world.
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Mexico has a new President: How is she doing?
Let’s explore the new federal administration of Claudia Sheinbaum. How were her first 100 days? Is her government a replay of President Lopez Obrador’s policies? How has she handled relations with the U.S. and the rest of the world? What does her election mean to Mexican women?
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Mexico’s Judicial Reform: Progress or Pitfall?
In his last month in office, President López Obrador worked with the newly elected Congress to redesign the country’s legal system. Some say, “They created a new political regime”; others argue “This is a new Constitution”; while others are happy “a new, efficient judicial branch will result.” What happened? Who should you believe? Come and hear all the sides of the story.
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
The Bear and the Porcupine: Mexico-US Relations
Relations with the United States are important to any country in the world. This is particularly true for Mexico and Canada. Now that Mexico and the United States have had presidential elections, let us explore if the relationship has entered a new phase or if things are likely to remain the same for years to come.
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
The Migration Conundrum: A Mexican Perspective
Migration is a big issue in Mexico and Mexicans hold diverse views about it. How do they perceive the unending waves of migrants of all nationalities traversing its territory? What is the official position of their government? How different are those views and policies from those prevalent in the United States and Canada?
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Mexican Geographic: Exploring a Megadiverse Country
Mexico is not only the border and beach resorts. It is in fact one of the most ecologically diverse countries on Earth with a multitude of regions, ecosystems, and simply beautiful corners to share with you. We’ll use technology and startling footage to navigate this immense land and introduce you to a megadiverse country you may not have imagined before.
Make plans now to Connect with Mexico, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm every other Tuesday through March 11. Tickets cost just 120 pesos for IFC members or 150 pesos for non-members. Click HERE to get yours TODAY!
The International Friendship Club is a registered charitable organization in Mexico listed as Club Internacional de la Amistad de Puerto Vallarta A.C. It is located at the northeast corner of the Rio Cuale Bridge above the HSBC Bank, Colonia El Centro, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico, 48300. Phone: 322-222-5466. Website: ifcvallarta.org Email: ifcvallarta(at)gmail.com