Sheinbaum, CMN Back 38 Infrastructure Proposals for 2026

President Claudia Sheinbaum held a year-end meeting with the Mexican Business Council (CMN), during which business leaders presented 38 new private-sector infrastructure projects and outlined the challenges associated with their execution. The proposals align with the strategic pillars of Plan México and are in addition to the investments already planned for 2026.

During the session, held at Museo Kaluz, Altagracia Gómez, Head, Council for Regional Economic Development and Relocalization (CADERR), said the private sector expressed confidence in the administration’s ability to support the goal of raising investment to 25% of Mexico’s GDP by 2026. She described the meeting as productive, noting three key areas requiring coordination between government and industry: permits, projects, and problem-solving.

Gómez added that each of the 38 infrastructure initiatives has an associated investment amount, which will be disclosed at a later date. She emphasized the need to maintain momentum in 2025, pointing to reforms and technological upgrades already undertaken by the government—including AI initiatives, investment in a national supercomputer, and changes to customs legislation—as the foundation for strong economic performance in 2026.

According to Gómez, the President attended the meeting alongside Edgar Amador, Minister Finance, outlining to executives the administration’s recent structural measures in technology, fiscal modernization, and regulatory updates.

At the close of the event, CMN President Francisco Cervantes highlighted a  key commitment from the council: to invest, reinvest, and expand capital in Mexico while jointly addressing any obstacles that could hinder project implementation.

Additional details about the meeting and the proposed projects will be provided Monday during the morning press conference.

The gathering took place as President Sheinbaum prepared to travel to Washington, where she is expected to hold her first meeting with US President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. Her visit aligns with preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw, with Mexico, the United States and Canada serving as co-hosts of the global event.