December 19th, 2025
1. Claudia Sheinbaum presents the main changes to the electoral reform
President Claudia Sheinbaum presented the electoral reform proposal that her government will make public in mid-January 2026. Among the most notable changes is the elimination of multi-member legislative lists, arguing that deputies should be elected exclusively by popular vote. In addition, the reform proposes the elimination of Local Public Electoral Bodies (OPLE) and a significant reduction in public resources allocated to electoral processes, with the aim of optimizing spending and strengthening transparency. Another relevant aspect of the proposal is the modification of the deadlines for the registration of new political parties, allowing organizations to apply for conversion into parties without waiting for the current six-year period.
Sheinbaum stressed that the relaxation of the time frame for the creation of new parties seeks to encourage citizen participation and open spaces for emerging political projects. This change aims to ensure that organizations interested in entering politics can do so more quickly, promoting the renewal of the political system and greater representation of diverse sectors of society. The president stressed that this reform seeks to strengthen democracy and ensure that public resources are used efficiently, without compromising the organization of free and transparent elections.
El Financiero: Claudia Sheinbaum delinea reforma electoral; plantea quitar OPLE y las listas de pluris
2. Mexico presents its position on the situation in Venezuela
Claudia Sheinbaum reaffirmed Mexico’s stance of non-intervention in the conflict between the United States and Venezuela, emphasizing that this position should not affect bilateral relations between Mexico and the United States. She stressed that Mexico rejects blockade measures, opposes any type of military intervention, and advocates for the peaceful resolution of conflicts, in line with the constitutional principles of non-interference between nations. In addition, she previously offered Mexico as a venue for negotiations and urged the UN to facilitate a peaceful solution involving all parties.
Sheinbaum described the US order to completely block sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela as “serious,” considering that such action violates the principles of sovereignty. She also rejected accusations of terrorism against the government of Nicolás Maduro, arguing that these could be used as a pretext to justify military intervention. She also stressed that militarization in the Caribbean and threats of intervention could escalate tensions in the region, calling for the avoidance of unilateral measures that jeopardize international stability.
El País: Sheinbaum reitera su postura sobre Venezuela y dice que no tiene que afectar a la relación con Estados Unidos
3. CFE announces million-dollar investment to increase energy generation
The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) announced a historic investment of 80 billion pesos (approximately $4.328 billion) to strengthen the national electricity system and guarantee state control of at least 54% of electricity generation. This plan includes five priority firm generation projects, such as combined cycle plants in Tula, Salamanca, Altamira, and Mazatlán, which will add nearly 3,000 MW to the system. In addition, progress will be made on clean energy projects, such as phases 3 and 4 of the Puerto Peñasco photovoltaic park in Sonora, and new plants will be developed in Coahuila that will contribute an additional 556 MW. Sixty-six transmission projects will also be implemented between 2025 and 2026 to strengthen the electricity grid.
For its part, the Development Bank of Latin America (CAF) approved a $300 million loan to support the expansion and modernization of the CFE’s transmission and distribution networks. This financing includes a $200 million loan for infrastructure projects and a $100 million revolving credit line for short-term needs. These investments seek to guarantee access to reliable, high-quality energy, promoting regional competitiveness and accelerating the energy transition toward cleaner and more sustainable sources.
El Economista: La CFE anuncia inversión de 80,000 millones de pesos en generación y transmisión eléctrica
CAF- Banco de desarrollo de América Latina y el Caribe: CAF aprobó USD 300 millones para fortalecer la infraestructura eléctrica de México
4. Farmers and transporters reach a new agreement to avoid blockades during the December holidays
Claudia Sheinbaum’s government reached an agreement with farmers and transporters to avoid road blockades during the December holidays, an issue that has caused great concern due to its impact on the country’s mobility and economy. This agreement was mediated by Mexico’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development, Julio Berdegué, and the Secretary of the Interior, Rosa Icela Rodríguez, and focused on addressing the demands of the agricultural sector, particularly those related to low crop prices. Although the specific terms of the agreement have not been made public, it established the creation of technical committees to analyze proposals for implementing support programs and economic aid that directly benefit affected producers.
This is the third agreement of its kind signed this year, highlighting the main challenges facing Mexican farmers, such as the lack of fair prices and limited access to resources. Despite this, the government is confident that this understanding will ensure free transit on the country’s roads during the holidays, avoiding interruptions in the distribution of goods and services during one of the most important seasons of the year.
5. Mexican government reaches agreement with Cananea miners
After more than 18 years of conflict, workers at the Cananea mine in Sonora ended one of the longest strikes in Mexican history after reaching a “definitive agreement” promoted by the government of President Claudia Sheinbaum. The agreement includes the payment of 542 million pesos in compensation, access to social security and unemployment and old-age pensions, benefiting more than 650 miners and their families. This agreement was unanimously approved at a general assembly organized by the National Mining Union, led by Napoleón Gómez Urrutia, who thanked the federal government for its support.
The agreement covers five main areas, including the settlement of workers’ claims in accordance with the fundamental clauses of their original collective bargaining agreement. The federal government will allocate 483 million pesos to cover unpaid wages, bonuses, and attendance bonuses, in addition to an additional 59 million pesos corresponding to settlements pending since 2009. Universal health coverage will also be guaranteed by enrolling workers and their families in the IMSS, as well as access to pensions for all those affected, including the widows of 53 miners who died during the conflict. Finally, a mechanism was established for the reintegration of workers of working age into the workforce, with the creation of 400 jobs at the mine.
La Jornada: Fin de la huelga en Cananea, pese a trabas de Germán Larrea