During his last state of government address, López Obrador presented a summary of the achievements and progress made during his term, covering key areas such as health, security, energy and infrastructure. Obrador highlighted the success of the public health system implemented under his administration, known as IMSS-Bienestar. The president said that this system has not only met his expectations, but has also surpassed those of its model: the Danish health system.
In 23 states of the Republic, IMSS-Bienestar has established a universal and free health system for those who do not have social securitysaid Amlo. “This public health system is already the most effective in the world, I said it was going to be like Denmark’s, no, it is not like Denmark, it is better than Denmark.”
In the area of security, the president presented encouraging figures, showing a reduction in federal crimes during his term. Decreases were reported in intentional homicides, robberies and kidnappings. Amlo attributed these advances to the joint work with the Armed Forces and thanked them for their crucial role in improving security and customs administration..
López Obrador also addressed the issue of energy, promising that Mexico will achieve self-sufficiency by acquiring new plants and rehabilitating existing ones. This strategy aims to strengthen the country’s energy security and reduce dependence on external resources.
In terms of infrastructure, The president highlighted emblematic projects such as the Mayan Train and the rehabilitation of cultural spaces. He called on citizens to visit southeastern Mexico and experience these developments firsthand.
In the judicial field, Amlo defended his proposal to reform the Judicial Branch and criticized the objections of American politiciansHe asked the attendees for their opinion on the popular election of judges and magistrates, seeking to legitimize his proposal at the national level.
Despite recent tensions with the Treaty between Mexico, United States and Canada (T-MEC), Lopez Obrador welcomed the increase in foreign investmentwhich has positioned Mexico as the main commercial partner of the United States.
The president also highlighted economic progress, noting that Mexico is now the country with the second lowest unemployment rate in the world. He reported that the average salary of workers has increased from US$17.91 (352 pesos) per day in 2018 to US$29.87 (587 pesos) in 2024. He also stressed that 9.5 million citizens have been lifted out of poverty over the past five years.
