The reform of the judiciary remains a subject of controversy: now American Chamber of Commerce, Chamber of Commerce in Mexico, He warned of the uncertainty that its approval could generate.
The call for alert occurs in the context that today, Monday, August 26, 2024, the general approval was given to the reform of the judiciary in the Constitutional Affairs Committee of the Chamber of Deputies.
Just as after Ken Salazar, the United States ambassador to Mexico, the UN and other international organizations warned about the risk of reform driven by the president AMLO.
This is by arguing that the election of judges, magistrates and ministers through popular vote can lend itself to greater corruption; but, What is the uncertainty that the American Chamber of Commerce is warning about?
American Chamber of Commerce warns of investment uncertainty due to judicial reform
American Chamber of Commerce, Chamber of Commerce that represents the binational business community in Mexico, has also issued its position on the reform of the judiciary.
According to the business organization, if the reform of the judiciary could have repercussions on the private sector and investment.
Through a statement published on their social networks, American Chamber of Commerce It was agreed that after analyzing the reform of the judiciary, risks to its independence are looming.
But he also indicated that if approved, a potential delay in the professionalization of specialized justiceas well as the following negative effects:
- cost increase
- reduction in the effectiveness of the judicial system
- generating uncertainty for investment
American Chamber of Commerce sends recommendations to Mexico on judicial reform
American Chamber of Commerce He called for continuing the dialogue to assess the consequences of the reform of the judiciary, since he agreed with Ken Salazar: that it should be seen from the perspective of Mexico-United States integration.
“In any democracy, the path to strengthening the rule of law must be evaluated, debated and enriched. When multiple voices are raised in a chorus of warnings, it is prudent to pay attention,” the American Chamber of Commerce recommended to the Mexican government.
“The convergence of diverse opinions on a risk is not a mere coincidence, but an echo of shared experiences and knowledge.”
American Chamber of Commerce
He also announced that he has already shared rRecommendations with the AMLO governmentthe transitional government – headed by Claudia Sheinbaum – and representatives of Congress.
Despite this, the opinion of the reform of the judiciary It’s already been approved in general by the House of Representatives Committee, In addition, President AMLO has reiterated that he will not accept interference from foreigners.
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2024-08-27 11:19:32