"The Institutional Revolutionary Party favors having an agreement with the United States that allows free transit for those who live [in the United States], and those who will eventually participate more in the U.S. economy," said Enrique Peña Nieto during his public presentation at AS/COA November 17. (en español)

Former Governor of the State of Mexico Enrique Peña Nieto will share his perspectives on the political and economic future of Mexico during a public presentation at AS/COA November 17. (en español)

As Mexico gears up for its upcoming 2012 presidential elections, an AS/COA panel explored the country’s economic prospects, market competitiveness, and overall political environment.

While speaking about the likelihood of Mexican cartel involvement in the claimed plot against the Saudi ambassador to the U.S., AS/COA's Christopher Sabatini said the sum allegedly offered to the cartel was "chump change compared to the money they're making from moving coke."

In conjunction with the opening of the UN General Assembly, Americas Society and Council of the Americas hosted a series of public programs with presidents of Latin Americas. Access materials from the events.

Felipe Calderón was presented with the Americas Society Gold Insigne, the organization’s highest honor, in recognition of his accomplishments as president of Mexico. Watch the video and access a transcript of his remarks.

Access a transcript of remarks from the 2011 Americas Society Gold Insigne Award Dinner honoring President of Mexico Felipe Calderón.