Sheinbaum reported that her proposal presented during the 9th Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC)
Relations with Latin America and proposals in CELAC
President Claudia Sheinbaum reported that her proposal presented during the 9th Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), to hold a Summit for the Economic Wellbeing of Latin America and the Caribbean, was well received.
She emphasized that her government’s goal is to ensure the wellbeing of the people of Mexico, as well as the economic development of the Latin American and Caribbean region.
It was announced that during the bilateral meetings, it was agreed to work jointly with Brazil to promote a larger market in the automotive industry. It was also proposed that medical equipment and pharmaceuticals be shared with Brazil.
The President Sheinbaum also mentioned that, in conversations with the President of Guatemala, the possibility of extending the Maya Train and the Inter-Oceanic Train to that Central American country was raised.
New Procurement and Public Work Projects Law
Minister of Anti-Corruption and Good Governance Raquel Buenrostro explained what the new Procurement Law consists of. It seeks to make all government procurement processes more transparent and agile.
Consolidated purchases will be promoted and strategic dialogues will be included to establish a level playing field, so that the State has access to better conditions and innovative products.
Sheinbaum clarified that CompraNet, the governments electronic information system on state on state purchases, contracts, services, and public work projects will not be eliminated, but will undergo changes.
In relation to the new Public Work Projects Law, Buenrostro pointed out that it seeks to guarantee the best conditions for the State, prioritizing contracting between public institutions.
The reform will reduce contracting times by at least 33%, and preference will be given to local companies to promote the regional economy.
Consolidated purchase of medicines and the fight against corruption
Buenrostro also reported that irregularities were detected in the procedures for the consolidated purchase of medicines through Birmex, which is why it was declared null and void.
She added that an investigation is being carried out to determine the possible responsibility of public servants.
Trade relations with the United States
The President Sheinbaum reiterated that the Mexican Government continues the dialogue with the United States and that, so far, no other measures have been taken, given that negotiations are still ongoing.
It was reported that the Ministry of Economy has an investment portfolio of 200 billion dollars.
It was also pointed out that all products contemplated in the trade treaty between Mexico, the United States, and Canada (USMCA); have zero tariffs, with the exception, for the time being, of auto parts, steel, and aluminum.
Promotion of the judicial election
President Sheinbaum welcomed the decision of the Federal Electoral Tribunal that allows public servants to promote citizen participation in the judicial election. She called on voters to participate in the elections of judges, justices, and magistrates on June 1.
Letter to Morena: rules and principles of the movement
The President revealed that she will send a letter to Morena. Among the points to be proposed are the following:
Establish clear rules for all those who aspire to be candidates for public office, especially for those who wish to run for governor.
To reaffirm the principles of the Transformation Movement, emphasizing that its members must behave, as Benito Juarez said, “honorably, strictly as contemplated”.
Include measures to combat nepotism within the party, which would be applied starting in 2027.
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