She stated, “Attracting investment to our country is essential to provide certainty that the Mexico Plan is truly a far-reaching strategy that links growth, social well-being, and environmental protection with the Economic Development Hubs for Well-being.”

In remarks summarized in a press briefing from the Secretariat, Barcena also mentioned the importance of issues related to the circular economy, ocean protection, the promotion of renewable energy, and addressing climate change.

The annual meeting, which will conclude on Friday, will have some 3,000 participants from more than 130 countries and will be held under the theme “Spirit of Dialogue,” highlighting five global challenges, including cooperation in a contested world and the opening of new sources of growth.

Other key challenges include investment in people, responsible deployment of innovation, and building prosperity within planetary boundaries.

In this context, Barcena will attend the high-level panels and talks on the global economy, circular value chains, financing and energy security, as well as on the importance of dialogue and international cooperation to address environmental and social challenges.

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