Sheinbaum highlights record in clean energy and economic rebound

Sheinbaum reports historic growth in renewables and low inflation at 3.55%.

Economy and energy: the president’s announcements

President Claudia Sheinbaum reported that, for the first time, Mexico has projects for 32 thousand megawatts of additional electrical capacity, of which 70% are renewable. “When we leave the government, natural gas consumption will decrease and energy generated by renewable resources will increase,” he stated.

Sheinbaum also highlighted economic growth. According to Inegi, the Global Indicator of Economic Activity (IGAE) rose 1.2% in April compared to March, the best advance since 2021. The annual rate reached 2.2%. The president attributed this to the boost in construction, especially the housing program.

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Regarding inflation, the president pointed out that it fell to 3.55% annually in the first half of June, its lowest level since October 2025. This is due, she said, to agreements with gas stations to set maximum fuel prices and the Package Against Inflation and Scarcity (Pacic) to control the basic basket.

Energy transition with 32 thousand megawatts

The Secretary of Energy, Luz Elena González, explained that by 2030 32 thousand megawatts will be added; 22 thousand will be renewable. The goal is for at least 38% of generation to be clean to meet climate commitments. He assured that the CFE will maintain its majority participation, providing 61% of the electricity at the end of the six-year term.

The director of CFE, Emilia Calleja, explained the projects. In Baja California Sur, the Oasis System will combine solar energy, batteries and green hydrogen to supply Mulegé and 40 thousand homes. It includes a 72 megawatt plant, 20 megawatt storage and will produce 120 cubic meters of water per year, avoiding 94 thousand tons of CO2.

In Sonora, the “Rafael Galván” photovoltaic plant in Puerto Peñasco will reach one thousand megawatts of capacity and 246 megawatts of storage. It currently provides 400 megawatts. The investment exceeds 1.4 billion dollars. “They are environmental benefits that strengthen energy sovereignty,” concluded Secretary González.

Older adults: more than 1.2 million already have a health credential

Sheinbaum reports that more than 1.2 million older adults have registered for the Universal Health Service.

Advance in credentialing for the new health system

President Claudia Sheinbaum reported that the credentialing process for the Universal Health Service is advancing. More than 1.2 million older adults have already registered.

The program is scheduled to begin in January of next year. “It starts next year. There are more than one million 200 thousand older adults who have registered,” said the president during her morning conference.

Sheinbaum explained that the objective is that those who register can receive care at any IMSS, ISSSTE and IMSS Bienestar health center. Regardless of your current entitlement.

“Remember that we started with adults and older adults in the credentialing of the Universal Health Service and it is moving forward. In January this possibility of being able to share services in the three main health institutes would begin,” he said from the National Palace.

The federal government seeks to guarantee universal access to medical services. The first phase focuses on the population aged 65 and over. Authorities hope to expand coverage gradually.

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Accident in Los Cabos leaves three dead and 17 injured

Authorities are investigating the causes of the collision between a bus and a private vehicle.

Accident on the Los Cabos highway

Three people lost their lives and 17 were injured after a crash between a bus transporting hotel employees and a private car on the transpeninsular highway. The incident occurred around 10:00 p.m. in the vicinity of Santa Anita, in San José del Cabo.

Emergency corporations from the three levels of government went to the scene. San José del Cabo firefighters found the bus overturned and a white vehicle with severe damage.

The injured were transferred to different hospitals in San José del Cabo. Of them, two are reported in serious condition (code red), and the rest are receiving treatment for various injuries. This was reported by Alberto Rentería Santana, general secretary of the City Council.

The stretch of road remained closed for several hours; The rescue efforts lasted until midnight. Municipal Civil Protection, Public Security, Mexican Red Cross, Firefighters and Navy participated.

So far, authorities have not determined the causes of the accident. The investigation was carried out by the Public Ministry, which carried out expert reports to clarify the facts and determine responsibilities.

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Sonora: the suspect in the murder of a priest is found dead

The alleged perpetrator of the murder of an 82-year-old priest in Guaymas is found dead.

The Attorney General’s Office of Sonora (FGJE) reported that the alleged perpetrator of the murder of the priest Mario “N” was located, which occurred in a home in the Los Arcos section, in San Carlos, Nuevo Guaymas.

On July 4, Julio César “N”, 39 years old, identified as the aggressor of the adult over 82 years old, was found dead. Their identity was confirmed by fingerprints.

According to investigations, both knew each other. Julio César had carried out masonry work in the house, which allowed the victim to give him access. That day they lived together before the attack and the theft of belongings occurred.

Julio César “N” was found dead in the area known as La Cuadrita de San José. He had injuries from a knife and firearm projectiles. A bicycle was also located at the scene that, according to a witness, was stolen from the priest’s home on the day of the events.

The Sonora Prosecutor’s Office keeps the investigation file open to clarify the circumstances of the death of the probable perpetrator and exhaust all lines of investigation.

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