Since the pandemic, many U.S. companies have shifted manufacturing from China to Mexico, investing over $25 billion according to the U.S. Department of Commerce. With Claudia Sheinbaum set to become Mexico’s first female president in October 2024, her proposed judicial reforms and elimination of oversight agencies raise concerns about crime, particularly cartel activity, which has troubled manufacturers. While Sheinbaum aims to support the manufacturing sector and improve transportation infrastructure, addressing crime and corruption will be essential for continued growth in this sector.

Source: https://www.scmr.com/article/will-sheinbaum-president-mexico-help-or-hinder-manufacturing