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Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Miguel Mejia works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. His work involves the design and construction of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Mejia marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Miguel Mejia works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. His work involves the design and construction of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Mejia marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Daniela Salazar works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. Her work involves the painting and construction of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Andres de la Cruz works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. His work involves the painting and construction of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Alvaro Cordoba works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. his work involves the painting of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Miguel Mejia works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. His work involves the design and construction of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Mejia marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Alvaro Cordoba works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. his work involves the painting of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Arnold Reales works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. his work involves the painting of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Arnold Reales works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. his work involves the painting of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Andres Ceballos works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. his work involves the painting of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo during the lowering of the Mexican flag ceremony for the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo during the lowering of the Mexican flag ceremony for the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo during the lowering of the Mexican flag ceremony for the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Members of the Mexico’s Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) taking part during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Military Parade - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during the civic-military parade marking the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, at main square Zocalo. on November 20, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Beijing

CHINA, BEIJING, FORBIDDEN CITY GUARDS Photo by Stephane Frances/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Beijing

CHINA, BEIJING, FORBIDDEN CITY GUARDS Photo by Stephane Frances/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

Military of Mexican army taking part during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

Rescuers taking part during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

Rescuers taking part during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

Mexico’s President, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, looks on during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

(L-R)Ministry of National Defense, Ricardo Trevilla Trejo; Claudia Sheinbaum and her husband Jesus Maria Tarriba; and Minister of Mexico’s Navy, Raymundo Morales Angeles during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

(L-R)Ministry of National Defense, Ricardo Trevilla Trejo; Claudia Sheinbaum and her husband Jesus Maria Tarriba; and Minister of Mexico’s Navy, Raymundo Morales Angeles during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

(L-R)Ministry of National Defense, Ricardo Trevilla Trejo; Claudia Sheinbaum and her husband Jesus Maria Tarriba; and Minister of Mexico’s Navy, Raymundo Morales Angeles during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

(L-R)Ministry of National Defense, Ricardo Trevilla Trejo; Claudia Sheinbaum and her husband Jesus Maria Tarriba; and Minister of Mexico’s Navy, Raymundo Morales Angeles during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

(L-R)Ministry of National Defense, Ricardo Trevilla Trejo; Claudia Sheinbaum and her husband Jesus Maria Tarriba; and Minister of Mexico’s Navy, Raymundo Morales Angeles during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

A Mexican flag is seen during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

(L-R)Ministry of National Defense, Ricardo Trevilla Trejo; Claudia Sheinbaum and her husband Jesus Maria Tarriba; and Minister of Mexico’s Navy, Raymundo Morales Angeles during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

(L-R)Ministry of National Defense, Ricardo Trevilla Trejo; Claudia Sheinbaum and her husband Jesus Maria Tarriba; and Minister of Mexico’s Navy, Raymundo Morales Angeles during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

(L-R)Ministry of National Defense, Ricardo Trevilla Trejo; Claudia Sheinbaum and her husband Jesus Maria Tarriba; and Minister of Mexico’s Navy, Raymundo Morales Angeles during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

(L-R)Ministry of National Defense, Ricardo Trevilla Trejo; Claudia Sheinbaum and her husband Jesus Maria Tarriba; and Minister of Mexico’s Navy, Raymundo Morales Angeles during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

(L-R)Ministry of National Defense, Ricardo Trevilla Trejo; Claudia Sheinbaum and her husband Jesus Maria Tarriba; and Minister of Mexico’s Navy, Raymundo Morales Angeles during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

Mexico’s President, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, looks on during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

(L-R)Ministry of National Defense, Ricardo Trevilla Trejo; Claudia Sheinbaum and her husband Jesus Maria Tarriba; and Minister of Mexico’s Navy, Raymundo Morales Angeles during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Military Parade For The 215th Anniversary Of Mexican Independence Day - Mexico

Rescuers taking part during the military parade for the 215th anniversary of Mexico's Independence day at main square Zocalo. on September 16, 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM