Vape Law Criminalizes Users

Mexico's Senate has confirmed Ernestina Godoy as the new Attorney General, replacing Alejandro Gertz Manero. This appointment, initiated by President Claudia Sheinbaum, is seen as a consolidation of her power and a significant step for the country. Godoy promised to fight impunity and political persecution.

Barclays forecasts Mexico's consumer sector will remain resilient in 2026 with moderate household spending growth of around 1%, as consumers prioritize essentials and private labels while demand for non-essentials weakens due to inflation and tariffs.

On December 1, 2025, the Mexican government signed an interinstitutional agreement to transform the national HIV response. The agreement aims to create an integrated care model and remove barriers to accessing treatment and prevention for all citizens.

In Mexico, 8.8 million people with disabilities and rare diseases face systemic barriers. Despite regulatory changes, such as recognizing short stature as a disability, issues with access to diagnosis and treatment, as well as social inequality, remain acute. Specialists and activists call for comprehensive public policies to ensure the full integration and rights of this population group.