On September 1, 2026, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum delivered her Second State of the Nation Address (Segundo Informe de Gobierno) at the National Palace, delivering a firm defense of national sovereignty while outlining her administration’s economic achievements, social welfare expansions, and foreign policy challenges.
Speaking nearly two years into her six-year term, Sheinbaum emphasized the continued momentum of the ruling political movement, anchoring her message in the principle of “Shared Prosperity.” The president reported significant growth in federal social programs, noting that direct welfare benefits will reach over 42 million citizens by the close of 2026. This expansion includes broader coverage for senior citizens, a universal basic education stipend under the Rita Cetina Scholarship, and specialized support initiatives for female heads of household.
On economic matters, Sheinbaum highlighted macro-stability despite ongoing international headwinds, such as global trade disputes and energy market volatility. She pointed to a strong peso, controlled inflation, and steady domestic consumption driven by minimum wage increases and reduced operational government waste. To spur industrial innovation, she highlighted strategic public-private initiatives, including domestic technological ventures like the Olinia electric vehicle and national satellite development projects.
A central theme of the address focused on complex relations with the United States. Sheinbaum addressed trade frictions, border security, and the humanitarian challenges posed by U.S. immigration enforcement and mass repatriations. Highlighting the implementation of Mexico’s “Mexico Embraces You” (México te abraza) assistance program, she confirmed the federal government has supported more than 281,000 returned Mexican citizens with medical care, identification documents, and reintegration resources.
“In Mexico, we want cooperation, dialogue, and understanding with all nations,” Sheinbaum told cabinet officials, lawmakers, and regional leaders. “But cooperation does not mean submission, and friendship does not mean renouncing our principles.”
Following the formal delivery at the National Palace, the executive branch submitted the comprehensive written report to the Union Congress. Sheinbaum announced she will embark on a nationwide tour across all 32 federal entities to present localized progress reports to citizens directly.
Source: OEM
