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Mexico Plan: investment facilitation, administrative simplification, and a new regulatory oversight model

On May 4, 2026, several Decrees and Administrative Orders related to the implementation of the so-called “Mexico Plan” (Plan México) were published in the Official Gazette of the Federation (Diario Oficial de la Federación). This strategy, promoted by the Federal Executive Branch, is aimed at encouraging productive investment, strengthening competitiveness, and simplifying regulatory interaction between private parties and the Federal Public Administration.

Tena Abogados Recognized as “Up-and-Coming Law Firm of the Year” at the Legal 500 Mexico Awards 2026

Tena Abogados has been recognized as “Up-and-Coming Law Firm of the Year” at the Legal 500 Mexico Awards 2026, an award that highlights emerging firms with strong growth and projection in the legal market.

Guidelines for applying the Decree granting a tax incentive for cinematographic and audiovisual production

On March 30, 2026, the “Agreement issuing the Guidelines for applying the Decree granting a tax incentive for cinematographic and audiovisual production”(“Guidelines”) was published in the Federal Official Gazette (by its Spanish acronym, “DOF”), pursuant to Articles First, Fifth, and Second Transitory of the “Decree granting a tax incentive for cinematographic and audiovisual production” published on February 16, 2026 in the DOF (“Decree”).

Amendment to the Regulations of the Federal Law for the Prevention and Identification of Operations with Resources of Illicit Origin

On March 27, 2026, the “Decree amending, adding, and repealing various provisions of the Regulations of the Federal Law for the Prevention and Identification of Operations with Resources of Illicit Origin” (“Regulations”) was published in the Official Gazette of the Federation (by its Spanish acronym, “DOF”), and became effective on March 30, 2026.

The Compliance Officer as a strategic figure in regulatory and reputational risk management

In an increasingly complex and highly regulated business environment, organizations are subject to a growing number of legal, regulatory, and ethical obligations that evolve at an accelerated pace. The lack of effective mechanisms to identify, prevent, and manage such risks may lead to administrative sanctions, criminal liability, significant reputational damage, and, in certain cases, may even compromise business continuity.
Within this context, the role of the Compliance Officer has become an indispensable strategic function for companies seeking to operate sustainably and within the national legal framework.

Tax Code Reform

On November 7th, 2025, the Federal Official Gazette (by its Spanish acronym, “DOF”) published the Decree amending, supplementing, and repealing various provisions of the Federal Tax Code (by its Spanish acronym, “CFF”), which will enter into force on January 1st, 2026. This Decree introduces a significant change in Mexico’s tax structure by strengthening the government’s audit powers, strengthening the government’s response to tax evasion schemes, and redefining taxpayers’ formal obligations within a stricter control framework.

New System for Reception and Assignment of Matters at the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation

As a result of the changes introduced by the so-called Judicial Reform, which included, among other aspects, a reconfiguration of the internal structure of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN), on September 4, 2025, the “General Agreement Number 1/2025 (12a.) of the Full Court of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation, regulating the reception, registration, and assignment of matters under its jurisdiction” (the “Agreement”) was published in the Official Gazette of the Federation.

New Rules for Sessions of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation

One of the most significant changes introduced by the so-called Judicial Reform was the modification of the internal structure of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (“SCJN”), particularly the elimination of the two Chambers (Salas) that previously composed the Court. As a result, the SCJN now operates solely in Full Court (En Banc).

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