With a proposal focused on institutional transformation, technological modernization, and the defense of the customs union, José Ignacio “Iñaki” Zaragoza was appointed as the new president of the Confederation of Associations of Customs Agents of the Mexican Republic (CAAAREM) .
Currently president of the Nuevo Laredo Customs Brokers Association and with over 15 years of experience in the sector, Zaragoza takes office with the support of various local associations and a clear vision of restoring strength to the associations, respect for the guild, and purpose to the confederation.
During his campaign, under the slogan ” Make CAAAREM Bigger ,” Zaragoza presented a platform with proposals focused on strengthening institutional representation, reducing centralized structures, restoring the role of the customs substitute, and applying artificial intelligence tools to combat undervaluation in foreign trade.
“The greatness of the Confederation is not measured in square meters, but in leadership, integrity, and service,” Zaragoza declared at one of the key meetings of his candidacy.
Its main lines of action include the development of algorithms to verify reference prices on platforms such as Alibaba, Amazon, and Temu; the creation of the “25-50” strategic document to assess the situation of the country’s 50 customs offices; and the strengthening of academic ties with universities such as ITAM to raise the educational level of the industry.
Zaragoza also emphasized the need to establish permanent working groups with authorities such as the Tax Administration Service (SAT) , the Mexican National Customs Agency (ANAM) , and the Ministry of Economy (SE) to achieve real co-responsibility among customs agents, importers, and agencies.
During his career, he has served three times as president of the Nogales Association and as vice president of operations for CAAAREM during the pandemic, a period in which he was recognized for his technical ability and leadership. He currently works alongside his brother, Ricardo Zaragoza, former president of the Confederation, and has been firm in his stance against the criminalization of the union.
Calling for unity and transparency, Iñaki Zaragoza takes office with a commitment to revitalizing the Confederation from the ground up: “No more unilateral decisions, no more disconnection. This is a presidency to serve, not to be served by it.”
Iñaki Zaragoza was elected at the 85th National Congress of Customs Agents , organized in Mexico City by CAAAREM. He replaces Miguel Cos Nesbitt, who completed his term as leader of the union (2023-2025).
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