Lawyer José Zapata assured that the water concessionaire in Quintana Roo, Aguakan, operates under strict oversight due to its public participation, in contrast to the comments made by the president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum. According to Zapata, Aguakan is monitored not only by authorities but also by its investors, reflecting its relevant public character.
Since the issuance of a state decree aimed at removing the company from service, Aguakan has had to resort to legal resources to maintain its operations. A constitutional amparo lawsuit obtained a suspension that allows it to continue providing service, and the company has also requested international arbitration.
The Quintana Roo government, for its part, has filed a complaint against public officials and advisors of Aguakan, accusing them of illegal conduct in the management of the concession extension. Zapata defended the legality of the company and expressed his concern about the impact the conflict may have on workers and retirement funds.
The lawyer maintained that the concession extension was approved in a session with the participation of local authorities and a guarantee contract was signed. He stated that the accusations of irregularities made by President Sheinbaum do not correspond to the quality of service provided by Aguakan, which serves millions of people with a low number of complaints.
Regarding the arrest warrants against company executives, Zapata questioned their validity considering that the concession is a right granted by the State. He also highlighted the participation of Afores as investors since 2014 and emphasized the importance of maintaining transparency in operations.
Zapata advocated for dialogue and warned about what he called "victor's justice." He expressed Aguakan's willingness to collaborate with authorities to ensure the supply of quality drinking water in the municipalities where it operates. He advocated for a peaceful and legal resolution of the controversy, away from criminalization and respecting legal pathways to avoid impacting the legal certainty of investors.
