Mexico’s Proposed National Security Screening Regime for FDI

On August 28, 2026, President Sheinbaum submitted a bill proposing a mandatory prior authorization process for certain foreign acquisitions exceeding 49% of the share capital of Mexican companies operating in sectors considered relevant to national security.

The proposed regime could involve review periods of approximately six months and would operate alongside merger control and other sector-specific authorizations. The Legal Briefing examines the key features of the proposed framework, including its thresholds, timelines, potential sanctions, sector coverage, and the main implications for cross-border transactions.

Consult the full content of the Legal Briefing here.