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WHAT'S NEXT?: Mexico's economy and status with the U.S. faces uncertain times as a result of Donald Trump's recent election as America's next president. The impacts of Donald Trump's pre-election threats are already being felt by Mexico's economy and may have unforeseen consequences for both nations.

  • [New] New Mexico and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency will each spend $120 million as part of the Quantum Frontier Project. StateScoop
  • [New] Meda will operate independently under Mexican finance regulations as an Electronic Payment Funds Institution in accord with the country's evolving crypto regulations, Binance announced. Mexico News Daily
  • [New] Mexico is willing to cooperate and collaborate with the United States on security issues, but will never accept subordination or any violation of its sovereignty. Mexico News Daily
  • [New] New satellites will use advanced imaging to track deforestation, crop health, and water supplies in Mexico and Central America. Space Voyage Ventures
  • Mexico's manufacturing expertise and Central America's growing tech sector could provide complementary capabilities. Americas Quarterly
  • Mexico hopes to build a commercial spaceport to cut its reliance on foreign launches. Space Voyage Ventures
  • Mexico plans to launch its first government satellite during President Claudia Sheinbaum's term. Space Voyage Ventures
  • Mexico joined the Artemis program to help set up lunar bases by 2026. Space Voyage Ventures
  • Mexico aims to launch an all-Latino space mission by 2027, with Mexican-born astronaut Katya Echazarreta leading the charge. Space Voyage Ventures
  • Mexico's expanding role under USMCA is creating opportunities for companies seeking cost efficiency and stable supply chains. Nearshore
  • Only 20% of companies plan full reshoring to the U.S., making Mexico the more cost-efficient alternative. Nearshore
  • Nearshoring initiatives particularly affected Mexico-US trade relationships, with Mexican imports showing consistent price premiums reflecting shorter supply chains and reduced logistics risks. The Global Statistics
  • Mexico's 2025 growth is forecast at 1.0% due to higher rates and a deteriorating investment outlook. LatAm Investor
  • To say that semiconductors will be designed in Mexico is a huge change. Opportimes
  • Semiconductor design in Mexico will begin in 2025. Opportimes
  • Plan Mexico aims to position Mexico among the top 10 global economies, creating significant opportunities across key sectors including energy, water infrastructure, semiconductors, transportation, and automotive and aerospace industries. Clifford Chance
  • Mexico has decided to get into the ATP segment of semiconductors [assembly, testing, and packaging] because of its integration with the United States, the development already present in the automotive and aerospace industries, and because it's something U.S. fabs [semiconductor factories] will need. Ediciones EL PAIS S.L.

Last updated: 09 September 2025



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