Sheinbaum Launches Key Projects to Advance Mexico’s Tech Growth

During her 100-day report, President Claudia Sheinbaum presented a technological development plan and highlighted the creation of key projects for semiconductor production, drone design, and free software manufacturing. These projects aim to position Mexico as a leader in science and innovation.

"We are already working and sufficient resources will be allocated to implement the scientific projects of technological development, such as the Mexican electric car Olinia, the semiconductor design workshop, and, in the following days, groups of scientists will design drones, marine buoys for measurement, lithium extraction methods, the free software factory and AI," said Sheinbaum during a speech in Mexico City.

Through these projects, Mexico seeks to reduce its dependence on foreign imports and strengthen its position in the international technology market. In addition, the promotion of technological research and education is aligned with the vision of creating high value-added jobs, essential for sustainable economic growth.

Since mid-2024, Sheinbaum has identified science and technology as key factors for her national economic and strategic development, as previously reported by MBN.

These proposals include a comprehensive public Internet provision program, the continuation of "Internet for All" with the CFE, and the launch of a Mexican satellite to improve communications. These programs also aim to take advantage of the USMCA to attract private investment, boost clean energy with projects such as the largest photovoltaic plant in Latin America, and digitize government services. In addition, she promotes a National Digital Identity and supports electric transportation systems to promote sustainability and mobility in major cities.

Sheinbaum also announced a gradual increase in investment in science and technology, with the intention of creating research groups and generating development in key areas as MBN previously reported.

During her 100-day report, Sheinbaum highlighted the creation of the first Mexican electric car, Olinia. As previously reported by MBN, this project will be developed using national technology, focusing on three categories of vehicles: personal mobility, neighborhood mobility, and last mile delivery.

Sheinbaum also highlighted the establishment of a semiconductor design workshop, a crucial step to strengthen the country's electronics industry. Work is also underway to manufacture drones and marine buoys for environmental monitoring, an initiative that has direct applications in scientific research, environmental surveillance, and security, reports Mexico Industry.

Sheinbaum also discussed the creation of a free software factory, which will produce solutions tailored to Mexico's specific needs, contributing to the country's technological sovereignty and reducing the costs associated with the use of foreign software, according to Diario Cambio 22. 

In addition, Sheinbaum emphasized that the expansion of educational infrastructure will be fundamental to support these efforts. In 2025, six new campuses of the Universidad Nacional Rosario Castellanos will be opened, which will focus on scientific and technological careers. More resources will be allocated to the institutions that are part of the National Institute of Fine Arts and Literature and the National Institute of Anthropology and History.

Sheinbaum's government also contemplates strengthening collaboration between the public and private sectors to ensure the success of these projects. Through these measures, according to Sheinbaum, Mexico not only seeks to improve its competitiveness in the technology sector, but also to create an environment of constant innovation, capable of positioning the country as a technological power in the global arena.