The Mexican Senate has approved significant constitutional changes affecting Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex) and Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE). These amendments redefine Pemex and CFE as “public” state enterprises, marking a shift in their status. The Senate plenary session approved the decree with 86 votes in favor and 39 against. Morena, PVEM, and PT parties supported […]
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