Introduction to FIDEFIFA and its Purpose
Nuevo León, Mexico has established the FIDEFIFA trust to manage resources for preparing the state for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Despite incorporating citizen consultation mechanisms, the trust’s internal regulations state that decision-making power regarding resources and projects remains with the state government.
FIDEFIFA Trust Details
The FIDEFIFA trust, also known as BP13625, aims to administer and execute strategic resources and projects of the state government to enhance the quality of life in Nuevo León. The trust promotes citizen participation through participatory diagnostics, focusing on the preparation for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
According to Article 17 of Title VIII, the Director of Planning and Strategic Projects encourages citizen participation but retains the authority to formulate, evaluate, and develop projects. The trust also outlines mechanisms for gathering social, cultural, and tourism diagnostics from citizens, who provide information and perspectives but cannot approve, modify, or veto projects.
Concerns and Suggestions from Local Politicians
Local politicians Mauro Guerra from PAN and Jesús Elizondo from Morena propose the creation of citizen committees or special commissions to oversee funds and works for the FIFA World Cup 2026. This would provide real oversight and accountability for the substantial investments required.
There is a history of mistrust in similar trusts, such as Fidecitrus, which has been described as a “secret slush fund” for the state administration. Furthermore, Governor Samuel García Sepúlveda appointed Daniel Acosta Fregoso, the Secretary of Citizen Participation, as head of FIDEFIFA. Acosta Fregoso is loyal to the governor and will manage resources for the Festival Impacto Futbolístico Actual (FIDEFIFA).
Regulatory Process
The regulatory project outlines that the Secretariat of Citizen Participation requested involvement in FIDEFIFA as a fiduciary alongside the state government and Bancrea bank. The trust was established on May 14, 2025, with the purpose of planning and executing projects to improve social conditions for Nuevo León residents in preparation for hosting the FIFA World Cup optimally.
The regulation was formulated according to the state’s Constitution, Financial Administration Law, and Articles 63 and 64, which pertain to fideicomisos established by decentralized bodies and other state subsector entities.
On June 11, 2025, the Technical Committee of FIDEFIFA unanimously approved the “Internal Regulation Project” to initiate regulatory processes and be published in the state’s official newspaper.
Currently, a public consultation is underway on the FIDEFIFA Internal Regulation’s webpage until June 25, allowing citizens to comment, propose ideas, or express opinions.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is FIDEFIFA? FIDEFIFA is a trust established by the Nuevo León state government and Bancrea bank to manage resources and execute projects aimed at improving social conditions for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
- What role do citizens play in FIDEFIFA? Citizens contribute to diagnostics and offer their perspectives, but they do not have direct decision-making power regarding project approval, modification, or veto.
- Who manages FIDEFIFA? The Director General of FIDEFIFA, Daniel Acosta Fregoso, manages the trust under Governor Samuel García Sepúlveda’s administration.
- What are the concerns of local politicians? Politicians Mauro Guerra and Jesús Elizondo propose citizen committees to ensure transparency and accountability in managing funds for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
- What is the current status of FIDEFIFA’s regulation? A public consultation is ongoing until June 25, 2025, for citizens to provide feedback on the FIDEFIFA Internal Regulation.
