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1. USMCA consultations begin with the support of the CCE

The Ministry of Economy, in collaboration with the Business Coordinating Council (CCE), has initiated a consultation process with 30 productive sectors in the country in preparation for the review of the USMCA scheduled for 2026. This process, which will take place during October, seeks to obtain a comprehensive and accurate diagnosis of the visions and priorities of the productive sectors, including the private sector, the labor sector, and the country’s 32 states. The consultations will be held at the headquarters of the Ministry of Economy and in state forums supported by the Investment Promotion Committees, with the aim of ensuring plural and balanced representation in future negotiations.

The sectors to be consulted cover a wide range of industries, including heavy vehicles, agribusiness, pharmaceuticals, tourism, mining, energy, textiles, aerospace, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and financial services, among others. Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard stressed that this consultation system is unprecedented, as it seeks to listen to and take into account the views and priorities of various economic actors throughout the country. For his part, Francisco Cervantes, president of the CCE, pointed out that the review of the USMCA represents an opportunity to consolidate Mexico’s competitiveness and strengthen the integration of its production chains in North America. The CCE will accompany the Secretary of Economy with responsible and proactive participation, ensuring that the voice of private initiative translates into concrete solutions that promote investment, employment, and shared prosperity for Mexico.

El Economista: La Secretaría de Economía inicia las consultas sobre el T-MEC con el “respaldo” del CCE
El Financiero: Revisión del T-MEC 2026: Economía y CCE inician consultas con sectores productivos

2. Sheinbaum’s approval rating one year after taking office

Claudia Sheinbaum ends her first year as president with a 73% approval rating, surpassing Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s rating for the same period in 2019 by five points. The president stands out for her leadership during the Independence Day ceremony, achieving a 70% favorable rating. In areas such as education and poverty, 48% of those surveyed perceive improvements, while in public health, 44% share the same opinion. However, in terms of public health, 44% see improvement, while 36% see deterioration, reflecting a more divided opinion. On the issue of combating fuel theft, 39% had a favorable opinion and 26% had a negative opinion, with 32% seeing no change; and regarding Pemex, 36% see improvements, 29% see worsening, and 32% see no change.

Although the results in general reveal that Sheinbaum is the most highly rated president in Mexico in two decades, attributed mainly to the continuity and expansion of the social programs initiated by Morena, corruption reached 21% of mentions as the main problem in the country, along with insecurity with 52% of mentions. The survey indicates that 42% evaluate the federal government’s handling of public safety positively, while 53% rate it as poor. Even so, her popularity remains high, even among opposition voters: 73% of PAN supporters, 70% of Movimiento Ciudadano supporters, and 72% of PRI supporters endorse her administration.

El País: Claudia Sheinbaum supera en aprobación a López Obrador tras su primer año en el cargoEl Financiero: Sheinbaum cumple su primer año con 73% de aprobación

3. Remittances fall 8.3% in August

In August 2025, Mexico recorded an 8.3% decrease in remittance inflows, receiving US$5.578 billion, representing the fifth consecutive month of annual declines. According to the Bank of Mexico, there was also a decline in the number of transactions, which fell from 14.9 million in August 2024 to 13.8 million in the same month this year. This result raises red flags, as remittances have become one of the main sources of income for millions of households in the country, particularly in rural communities where money sent by migrants is often the main source of livelihood.

According to experts, the contraction is due to three combined factors: the slowdown in the U.S. economy, which has reduced job opportunities for migrants; the tightening of immigration raids, which creates uncertainty and limits the frequency or amounts of remittances; and the strengthening of the peso against the dollar, which reduces the value in national currency of each transfer. This outlook calls for caution in the coming months, as a prolonged trend could impact domestic consumption and the economic stability of millions of Mexican families who depend directly on these resources.

El Economista: Remesas caen 8.3% en agosto: tres factores detrás de la baja

4. Mexico takes a stand on the detention of the Sumud flotilla

Six Mexican citizens who were part of the Global Sumud Flotilla intercepted by Israel while attempting to bring humanitarian aid to Gaza, and President Claudia Sheinbaum demanded their immediate release, stressing that “they did not commit any crime” and denouncing the boarding of the mission as an unjustified action against international solidarity. For its part, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that these Mexicans were transferred to the Ketziot detention center and that it has sent multiple diplomatic notes to the Israeli government, in addition to holding meetings with its authorities to arrange consular support and the prompt repatriation of its nationals.

International organizations such as Amnesty International have described the interception as “illegal” and a deliberate act to prevent essential humanitarian aid from reaching Gaza. The mission, composed of 44 boats and participants from multiple countries, sought to break the naval blockade imposed by Israel, and their detention has sparked global protests and accusations of violations of international maritime law. By standing up for its citizens and demanding respect for humanitarian law, Mexico has positioned itself as an active player in a conflict that is now no longer foreign to it, backing international solidarity in the face of complex diplomatic disputes.

El Financiero: Israel encarcela a 6 mexicanos en centro de detención de Ketziot por llevar ayuda humanitaria a Gaza
El Economista: Sheinbaum exige liberación inmediata de 6 mexicanos en la flotilla Global Sumud detenidos por Israel

5. Sheinbaum presents “Women of Corn”

Claudia Sheinbaum presented the “Mujeres del Maíz” (Women of Corn) project, a cultural and social initiative that will be rolled out throughout the year with the aim of raising awareness of the image and role of indigenous women in the life of the country. The proposal seeks to give a central place to those who have historically been relegated, recognizing them as bearers of identity, wisdom, and resistance in their communities. Through artistic, symbolic, and dialogue activities, the project aims to build spaces where indigenous women can express themselves through their own voices and narratives, thus reclaiming their importance in the present and in the history of Mexico.

The initiative is part of a strategy of inclusion and social policy that seeks to rescue the country’s community roots and give greater visibility to its cultural diversity. By focusing on indigenous women, the government is not only promoting symbolic recognition, but also an effort to open spaces for participation, strengthen their cultural rights, and expand their presence in public life. “Mujeres del Maíz” is presented as a tool to place these communities on the national agenda, promoting a broader dialogue on equality, justice, and historical recognition, and offering the possibility that their impact will translate into concrete changes in Mexican society.

Milenio: Sheinbaum presenta ‘Mujeres del Maíz’, la imagen de la mujer indígena