Mexico: Inward/ Foreign Investment

Mexico's 2026 judicial reform amendment attempts to address concerns from the controversial 2024 constitutional change requiring democratic election of all judges, but critics argue it fails to resolve fundamental issues of judicial independence that could deter foreign investment. As the country prepares for its next judicial elections in 2028, international observers and credit rating agencies warn of unprecedented risks to institutional integrity and investor confidence.

When a foreign company or entrepreneur evaluates setting up in Mexico, one of the first questions that arises is whether they need a Mexican partner to operate without complications.

Mexico and the European Union have signed the Modernized Global Agreement, introducing a comprehensive investment protection regime that replaces 14 bilateral investment treaties. The agreement establishes a permanent investment tribunal with appellate mechanisms and sets new standards for investor protection, marking a significant evolution in Mexico-EU bilateral relations.

Una de las preguntas más comunes que recibimos cuando extranjeros, ya sean personas físicas o morales...

As geopolitical tensions and global regulatory enforcement continue to shift, many international companies operating in Mexico find themselves in uncharted territory.

El 21 de abril se presentó una iniciativa que puede marcar un antes y un después en la relación entre ciudadanía, empresas y gobierno...

Mexico's economy is booming, driven by a young and tech-savvy population, its strategic location next to the US, favorable trade deals with North America and the EU, and a government eager to attract foreign investment.

On June 2, 2024, Claudia Sheinbaum was elected the next president of Mexico, marking a significant milestone in national politics and raising expectations and challenges for foreign trade in the country.

In a global economy, attracting foreign investment and protecting the environment are crucial yet conflicting goals. This paper explores the legal frameworks of international investment agreements...