Understanding the Mexican Plan and its Objectives
Following the presentation of the Mexican Plan and the National Development Plan by the federal government, María del Carmen Bonilla, Subsecretary of Hacienda and Public Credit (SHCP), outlined the next steps for executing these plans. The primary focus is on landing infrastructure projects from the Mexican Plan, which aims to establish 15 development zones across 14 states.
Key Objectives of the Mexican Plan
- Creating new industrial parks
- Generating approximately 300,000 direct jobs
- Increasing fixed capital investment to 28% of GDP by 2030
These objectives aim to boost domestic content and strengthen North American supply chains through the USMCA (United States, Mexico, and Canada Agreement).
Prioritized Sectors
The federal government has identified key sectors for development in the Mexican Plan, including agroindustry, aerospace, semiconductors, automotive, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, energy, chemicals, petrochemicals, and circular economy.
Government’s Commitment to Infrastructure Investment
Bonilla emphasized that the government will maintain infrastructure investments in 2026, regardless of fiscal consolidation in the country’s public finances.
Key Infrastructure Projects
- Consolidation of the interoceanic corridor
- 44,000 kilometers of highways
- 3,000 kilometers of passenger trains
- Housing plan with the construction of 1.8 million homes
- Strategic plans for Pemex and the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE)
- National Hydration Plan
Private Sector Support from Afores
During the “The Role of Afores in Mexico’s Development” panel discussion at the Amafore 2025 Encounter, Arturo García, General Director of Afore Profuturo, and David Razú, General Director of Afore XXI Banorte, expressed their commitment to supporting the private sector and government in implementing both the Mexican Plan and President Sheinbaum’s National Development Plan.
García highlighted Mexico’s favorable position to capitalize on global opportunities due to geopolitical and trade shifts. Razú agreed, stating that Mexico has the unique opportunity to become a manufacturing hub for both North America and the Western Hemisphere, especially with the growing trade distance between the United States and China.
Key Questions and Answers
- Q: What is the Mexican Plan? A: The Mexican Plan, proposed by President Sheinbaum, aims to establish 15 development zones across 14 states, creating new industrial parks and generating jobs while increasing fixed capital investment to 28% of GDP by 2030.
- Q: Which sectors are prioritized in the Mexican Plan? A: The key sectors identified for development are agroindustry, aerospace, semiconductors, automotive, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, energy, chemicals, petrochemicals, and circular economy.
- Q: How will the private sector contribute to the Mexican Plan? A: The private sector, supported by Afores like Afore Profuturo and Afore XXI Banorte, will collaborate with the government to implement the Mexican Plan and President Sheinbaum’s National Development Plan, focusing on infrastructure projects and fostering public-private investment.
