Train to AIFA adds 1.5 million users; Sheinbaum calls it successful

Sheinbaum questions GDP as the only measure

President Claudia Sheinbaum noted that her administration prefers to evaluate the economy with broader indicators than the Gross Domestic Product. During his morning conference on Thursday, he said:

“We prefer that it not only be the GDP, but that it be many other indicators that tell us about how Mexico is developing.”

Sheinbaum framed this position within Mexican humanism, in contrast to the neoliberal period. He recalled that in previous six-year terms, 2% growth did not translate into social well-being.

“Some six-year periods could grow at 2%, but poverty increased, inequality increased. So, who were the beneficiaries of 2% growth?”

The president clarified that economic growth continues to be relevant, but it is not enough. GDP, he said, is a very aggregate indicator that does not reflect the distribution of wealth or access to rights.

In addition, he highlighted that his government has promoted public works without resorting to debt. The strategy, as he explained, seeks to combine development with fiscal responsibility.

Sheinbaum insisted that measuring Mexico’s progress requires looking at inequality, poverty and other social factors. “That is a different vision from neoliberalism,” he concluded.

Salary agreement at Audi Puebla

Audi México and the Independent Union of Audi México Workers (SITAUDI) closed the salary and benefits review for 2026. The pact was approved by the majority of workers by vote.

The agreement includes a global increase of 19.5% between salary and benefits. It is the result of negotiation between the company and the union representation. Both parties indicated that the process seeks to maintain labor stability and operational continuity at the plant located in Puebla.

Audi México thanked the staff for their participation in the consultation and highlighted the joint work with the union. He stressed that the agreement provides certainty to working conditions.

For its part, the Secretariat of Economic Development and Labor of Puebla indicated that the agreement strengthens stability in one of the main automotive hubs in the country. The automotive industry represents a strategic sector for employment and investment in the region.

President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed the solidarity of the Government of Mexico with Venezuela after the earthquakes registered this Wednesday, which left dozens of people dead and injured.

During his conference, Sheinbaum reported that this same day a team from the Secretariat of National Defense (Defense), composed of rescuers and health personnel, will leave to collaborate in the emergency.

“Before continuing, our solidarity with the people of Venezuela. Today a team from the Secretariat of National Defense of rescuers and health personnel leaves to reach Venezuela,” he said.

Coordination with Venezuelan authorities

Sheinbaum explained that, once installed in the affected area and after coordinating with local authorities, the need for more support will be evaluated.

“And once we are installed there and having spoken with the authorities, tomorrow we will determine additional personnel that are required to always be able to help the towns that need it,” he added.

The president reiterated Mexico’s commitment to providing humanitarian aid in the face of natural disasters.

No Mexicans affected

Sheinbaum reported that, so far, the Mexican Embassy in Venezuela does not report injured or deceased compatriots.

“At the moment we do not have any communication from the Mexican Embassy in Venezuela, no injured Mexican has been reported, unfortunately deceased, but we are under permanent review,” he indicated.

He explained that the sending of aid was decided after contact between Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco and Venezuelan authorities, who requested trained personnel, not food or supplies.

The federal government will send 250 soldiers, five dogs, four aircraft, a drone, search and rescue tools, as well as equipment and healing materials.