MEXICO CITY, Mexico—On the afternoon of May 3, retired Mexican Army general Xicoténcatl Núñez attended a performance by Shen Yun Touring Company with his wife at the Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City. He expressed his appreciation for the experience and the cultural insight it offered.

“Thank you for bringing us an understanding of Chinese culture. It’s a wonderful world; congratulations,” Mr. Núñez said.

Mr. Núñez previously held a number of senior positions in Mexico’s military, including regional command roles and leadership posts related to operations and strategic planning within the national defense system.

He said he enjoyed all of the pieces in the performance and found it difficult to single out any one favorite.

“All of them. All of them, including the comedy elements,” he said.

Mr. Núñez noted that the performance carries a profound message that is especially meaningful in today’s world.

“It conveys values that are being lost today in the spiritual and religious realms,” he said, adding that the performance also shows “there is hope for living in this world in a better way.”

Reflecting on current global challenges, he spoke about the divisions he sees in society.

“Given the current situation the whole world is facing—wars, divisions among races, among countries—and that has to end,” he said.

Mr. Núñez said he greatly appreciates Shen Yun’s mission to revive and share traditional culture.

“It’s the best way and the best legacy for future generations—so that culture isn’t lost, in this case, Chinese culture,” he said.

“My congratulations, and our gratitude for bringing us such beauty,” he said.