Overview

• Governments and ALADI observed the 32nd Day of Latin American Integration on July 24, marking the 242nd anniversary of Simón Bolívar’s birth.
• Speeches by heads of state highlighted Bolívar’s legacy in securing independence for five nations and advancing regional solidarity.
• The Asociación Latinoamericana de Integración reiterated its commitment to reducing trade barriers and progressing toward a common market among 13 member states.
• Cultural institutions spotlighted Machu Picchu’s UNESCO World Heritage status as a symbol of pre-Columbian heritage alongside Bolívar’s vision.
• Officials pledged renewed collaboration on economic, social and democratic initiatives to strengthen ties across the region.