Local Development and Labor Secretariat (Sedetra) to Attract National Investments
Puebla, Pue. The Local Development and Labor Secretariat (Sedetra) plans to focus on attracting national investments this year by establishing the Promotion Committee, initiated by the federal Secretariat of Economy for each of Mexico’s 32 entities.
Víctor Gabriel Chedraui, Sedetra Head, Expresses Enthusiasm
Víctor Gabriel Chedraui, head of Sedetra, expressed excitement about securing more investment projects, leveraging Puebla’s established industries such as automotive and textiles.
Upcoming Meeting with Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo
On February 4, the Promotion Committee for Investments in Puebla will meet with President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo in Mexico City to analyze national investments and devise a plan for promotion during 2026.
The meeting will take place at the National Museum of Anthropology and History, where Governor Alejandro Armenta Mier will lead Puebla’s representation to establish goals.
During this gathering, Claudia Sheinbaum will meet over 1,200 members of the Puebla and other states’ business committee to identify investment projects, sectors, and collaboration methods for support in 2026.
“Identifying investments broadly, their sectors, and how we’ll work on them allows the government’s actions to be more effective. Energy, Conagua, and Cofepris play a significant role, as services are crucial for attracting investments,” Chedraui emphasized.
Diagnosis and Sector Focus
After diagnosing projects with the Puebla business committee and other states, a portfolio will be created to manage and promote general decisions or policies that facilitate investment across various scales.
Regarding the business committee’s diagnosis to strengthen national investment, Claudia Sheinbaum held a meeting on January 28 with automotive industry leaders to establish a work plan for this sector.
Sedetra reported that the automotive sector is Puebla’s leading PIB contributor at 37.3%, with 349 economic units and ranking third in exports.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the main goal of Sedetra’s plan? To attract more national investments by establishing the Promotion Committee and leveraging Puebla’s established industries.
- When and where will the Promotion Committee meet with Claudia Sheinbaum? The committee will meet on February 4 at the National Museum of Anthropology and History in Mexico City.
- What sectors will be prioritized during the diagnosis phase? The automotive and textile industries are key sectors for Puebla’s investment promotion.
- What is the significance of the automotive sector in Puebla’s economy? The automotive sector contributes 37.3% to Puebla’s GDP and ranks third in exports, with 349 economic units.
