Mexico’s Air Force turns 100

The Mexican Air Force was founded in 1915 and on Monday celebrated its 100th birthday along side President Peña Nieto. CUARTOSCURO/FERNANDO CARRANZA GARCIA

President presides over centennial celebration

BY EDUARDO SUÁREZ
The News

For 100 years the Mexican Air Force (FAM) has been a pillar of the defense of our national independence and sovereignty, President Enrique Peña Nieto said during the inauguration of the School of the Air in Zapopan, Jalisco.
 

The celebration of the FAM’s centennial is a well-deserved homage after decades of unconditional service and patriotic courage, Peña Nieto said speaking from his position as Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces.
 

In 1915, when the Air Force was founded, the world was living through difficult and uncertain times as the great powers fought the First World War and Mexico underwent a revolutionary struggle to form a new project for the nation.

“Venustiano Carranza created the military aviation branch, the foundation of the current Mexican Armed Air Force. He incorporated one of the era’s most important technological advances and put our armed forces on the vanguard,” the president said, speaking before members of the Army, Navy, National Defense Secretariat, security forces of all levels of government, veterans, military schools, and the general public.

He emphasized that the airmen have been faithful guardians of Mexico’s laws and institutions, as well as protectors of all Mexicans.

Following hurricanes in Guerrero and Los Cabos, where Air Force planes played a crucial role helping thousands of families that were suddenly isolated return to their homes.

“For that and many reasons you must be proud to bear the three-colored shield that defines you as women and men of the air,” he said.

He also used the occasion to honor the memory of the members of the 201st Fighter Squadron who crossed the Pacific during WWII to fight for the freedom of the world.

The Squadron flew together with the United States Army Air Forces in the Philippines against Japan.

The Mexican Air Force event was attended by the commander of the FAM, Carlos Antonio Rodríguez, part of the federal cabinet, the National Defense and Navy secretaries, senator Silvano Aureoles, and the governors of Jalisco and Morelos, among others.

Mexico celebrates 67 years in the UN

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Mexico celebrates 67 years in the UN

The nation joined international council in 1947

BY LILLIAN REYES

The News

MEXICO CITY – José Antonio Meade Kuribreña, secretary of Foreign Relations (SRE), thanked the diplomatic core in Mexico for the solidarity and concern its different governments have shown after the events in Iguala, Guerrero during a celebration of the 69th anniversary of the United Nations (UN) in Loreto, Baja California.

He also recognized the commitment of the federal government to attend and inform them about the issue without ambiguity and with all possible transparency.

The head of foreign affairs in Mexico expressed his dismay over the recent events in Guerrero and accepted the opportunity to speak clearly to the rest of the world.

He spoke about the actions the Mexican government has taken within the realm of its responsibility, its desire to clear up what has happened and apply justice along with the respective authorities.

During an annual work meeting of diplomats in Mexico, Meade said that the voice of Mexico concerning different issues on the international agenda is heard all over the world, due to the country’s high standards of global responsibility.

In this meeting, the head of SRE said that science, human development, history, gastronomy, heritage, human development and security make Mexico a relevant addition to the international scene.

Meade Kuribreña also said that the government of President Enrique Peña Nieto took the decision to straighten its institutional capacity and bring the challenges that face the country to the forefront.

Also present was UN Deputy Foreign Minister for Multilateral Affairs and Human Rights Juan Manuel Gómez Robledo who spoke about the actions that Mexico has taken in the 67 years since it has been a member of the UN.

He noted Mexico’s mediation during the El Salvador conflict, resolved by the signing of peace accords in the Chapultepec Castle, the work of Grupo Contadora at the end of the last century and Mexico’s participation in the UN Security Council.

Gómez Robledo also made reference to the announcement by Peña Nieto that Mexico will return to the UN Peacekeeping operations. The UN is an appropriate place to address the issues that plague the international community, he said.

The representative from the United Nations System in Mexico, Marcia de Castro, alluded to the current state in which the UN lives and thanked Mexico for returning to its peacekeeping missions.

In addition, de Castro showed her solidarity with Mexico in reference to the events in Ayotzinapa and said that respect for human rights is an issue that must be paid attention to and constantly monitored.

Princess Cruises Recreates Maiden Itinerary to Mexico

Apr 23rd, 2014 

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To cap a year of 50th anniversary activities, Princess Cruises, which celebrates the five decade mark in 2015, has created a special Mexico itinerary departing on December 3, 2015 – exactly 50 years to the day that the line’s original ship, Princess Patricia, set sail on the company’s very first cruise in 1965.

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Offered on the intimate Pacific Princess, next year’s unique sailing is the same length as the company’s first cruise – 14 days – and will include a blend of ports from the maiden itinerary such as Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Manzanillo, with some newer destinations such as La Paz and Loreto.

Guests on the cruise will be treated to an array of activities and entertainment commemorating half a century of cruising by the famous line, and will also be joined by some surprise guests.

This anniversary sailing on Pacific Princess, which carries 670 guests, is available for sale on May 13 and fares start at $1,699 per person, double occupancy.

“This nostalgic cruise to Mexico will be the perfect finale to what’s sure to be a special 50th anniversary year for Princess,” said Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises president. “For this significant milestone we couldn’t resist recreating, with some new touches, the very first cruise our company operated. And because the name Pacific Princess is so integral to our company’s history, we wanted to offer the cruise aboard the current ship with this iconic name.”

One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises first set sail in 1965 with a single ship cruising to Mexico. Nearly 50 years later, the line has grown to become the third largest cruise line in the world and a recognized leader in taking travelers to some of the most fascinating places around the globe.