Festival of Ideas Ignites Puebla with Powerful Messages and Star Appearances

Puebla, Mexico, May 30, 2025 – The 2025 Festival of Ideas opened in Puebla with a spectacular show. The event, a collaboration between the Ricardo Salinas Pliego Center and the Puebla government, brought together diverse voices. Mstyslav Chernov, a Ukrainian journalist, delivered a powerful message: "Governments fear journalists when they want to oppress their own people." Mexican architect Alejandro Arredondo shared his experiences restoring Notre Dame. Formula 1 driver Sergio Pérez also attended, emphasizing the event's importance for Mexico's youth. The festival, in its fourth year, promotes freedom, prosperity, and art, offering a platform for important conversations and inspiring the next generation.