Luis Méndez Jaled, national president of the Mexican Chamber of the Construction Industry (CMIC) , expressed his concern about the recent approval in the Commission of Constitutional Points of the Chamber of Deputies that puts at risk the autonomy of several fundamental regulatory bodies in supervision of infrastructure projects in Mexico.
In this sense, he stated that the initiatives that seek the elimination of autonomous bodies such as Cofece , IFT , INAI , CONEVAL , CNH , CRE and MEJOREDU could affect the independence and effectiveness of decision-making for the implementation of key projects for the development of the country.
“It is crucial that these bodies continue to operate autonomously to ensure transparency and the correct execution of infrastructure projects,” said Méndez Jaled.
He stressed that the autonomy of these organizations is essential to comply with Mexico’s international commitments and promote foreign investment.
Regarding road and bridge infrastructure , Khaled made an urgent call to increase investment in the maintenance and improvement of the country’s road network, as he explained that only one in every three kilometers of road is in good condition.
He warned that between 20 and 30 billion pesos (mp) annually would be needed for the next six years to overcome the current crisis .
Additionally, the CMIC authority asserted that although Mexico has a wide network of clinics, hospitals and schools, many of these centers urgently require rehabilitation and maintenance work.
In his proposal, Méndez Khaled emphasized the importance of significantly increasing the resources allocated to these areas, aligning with the recommendations of international organizations.
The president of the CMIC also called on the authorities to consider public-private investment mechanisms and the creation of specific funds that guarantee the continuity and sustainability of social infrastructure projects.
He also highlighted the need to adopt international best practices in the construction of schools and hospitals, with a sustainable vision that promotes innovation and the development of resilient infrastructure.
Regarding President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s announcement to pause the relationship with the embassies of the United States and Canada , Méndez Khaled mentioned that the issue of embassies and the decisions that affect these institutions generate uncertainty.
He expressed that it is an issue that, although it falls outside the direct scope of the CMIC, could have important implications in the future, especially with the opening of issues such as the Treaty between Mexico, the United States and Canada (T-MEC) in 2026.
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