On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, the main national newspapers present the following highlighted news:
In the Reforma newspaper, there is information about the proposal to unilaterally modify a Pemex contract, which would involve an expenditure of 11 billion pesos. This action has generated accusations of favoritism toward a particular firm and could trigger chaos in supply chains.
El Economista highlights that customs revenue contracted by 6.6% during AMLO's administration. Despite a slight improvement in 2024, the levels still do not reach those recorded before the pandemic. Attempts to change suppliers have led to conflicts in crude oil processing.
La Jornada reports statements from Sheinbaum about the pause in investments caused by tariffs imposed by the United States. This week, bilateral meetings will be held to address this issue.
In El Universal, six strategies that the European Union has to eliminate cartels are detailed, using techniques from other regions like the Middle East and Afghanistan, including the use of drones and joint operations.
On the other hand, Milenio reports on the alteration of candidate listings in the Senate, which has led the INE to distance itself from the errors in the documents for the judicial election and call on the candidates to verify and correct their registration, inviting them to contest if necessary.
Excélsior highlights that the INE published a list of candidates but distances itself from the errors present in it, clarifying that only the Senate can amend these inconsistencies. Thursday is the deadline for making corrections.
Finally, El Financiero warns of possible risks if Trump proceeds to equate VAT with tariffs, which could trigger a trade war.
