2025 Budget Approved, Judicial Election Moves Forward

The 2025 Federal Expenditure Budget was approved despite concerns over cuts in key sectors like health, security, and education. The judicial selection process in Mexico continues with 22,000 candidates advancing to compete for 881 judicial positions. In addition, Claudia Sheinbaum enacted decrees to safeguarding rights of women and children in Mexico.

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Chamber of Deputies Approves Federal Budget for 2025

The Chamber of Deputies has approved the 2025 Federal Expenditure Budget (PEF) in general terms, despite concerns raised by opposition parties over reductions in public spending in crucial areas such as health, security, investment, and other sectors.

Government Reports 99% Progress in Judicial Candidate Selection

Of the 18,447, 10,959, and 3,805 candidates registered with the Evaluation Committees of the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial Branches, respectively, 11,014 (59.7%), 10,877 (99.2%), and 1,046 (27.4%) have advanced to the next stage of the selection process. These candidates will compete for 881 judicial positions in the upcoming June elections.

Secondary Laws on Women's Rights Approved

Claudia Sheinbaum enacted presidential decrees introducing constitutional reforms to promote equality, incorporate a gender perspective, safeguard women’s right to live free from violence, and eliminate the gender wage gap. Amendments were made to the General Law for Equality Between Women and Men, the General Law on Women's Access to a Life Free of Violence, the General Law of National Public Security System, the Federal Labor Law, and the Law for State Workers. 

Colombia, Mexico Strengthen Ties on Migration, LATAM Integration

During Colombian President Gustavo Petro’s visit to Mexico, President Claudia Sheinbaum met with him to discuss a shared agenda focused on addressing the migration crisis and promoting regional integration.

New US Embassy to Open Amid Trump’s Tightened Migration Policies 

The US government is constructing a state-of-the-art 49,000m² embassy in Mexico City, set to begin providing visa processing services in the coming months. This new facility is poised to enhance consular services, aligning with Donald Trump's administration and the anticipated tightening of migration policies.

Mexico to Offer Job Opportunities to Deported Migrants: CCE

Mexico will provide employment opportunities to migrants if the United States initiates large-scale deportations or implements other drastic migration measures, stated Francisco Cervantes, President, Business Coordinating Council (CCE). Cervantes reported that over 5,000 jobs have already been created for migrants in sectors such as mining, automotive, and manufacturing, with the potential for significant growth in the coming year.