| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| Decree | An official order issued by a legal authority. |
| Nationality | The status of belonging to a particular nation. |
| Renewable energy | Energy from sources that can be replenished naturally, like solar or wind. |
An important decision was made by Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. She signed a decree, which is an official order, requiring that future presidents and governors of Mexico have only Mexican nationality. This means they cannot hold two passports. This change will start affecting elections after 2027. Some people, like Senator Luis Donaldo Colosio Riojas, disagree with this change. He thinks it creates two types of citizens.
Energy was also a big topic at the press conference. Minister Luz Elena González talked about how Mexico plans to increase the share of electricity generated by the government. Right now, a lot of power comes from private companies, but they want more to come from the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE). By investing in projects, including renewable energy like solar and wind, they aim to have 60% of electricity from public sources by 2030. Currently, the share of renewable energy is 24%.
There was also news about a plane crash involving the Governor of Nayarit, Miguel Ángel Navarro Quintero. The crash killed the pilot and co-pilot. Some people wondered if it was an attack, but President Sheinbaum said there was no evidence of a threat. She suggested the crash might have been due to a plane defect.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Decree | Decreto |
| Nationality | Nacionalidad |
| Energy | Energía |
Time to discuss
- Why do you think having only one nationality could be important for presidents and governors?
- How can renewable energy benefit a country like Mexico?
- What might be some challenges of increasing the public share of electricity generation?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph.
- What are the potential benefits of the new nationality requirement for leaders in Mexico?
- How do you think investing in renewable energy projects might change Mexico’s future?
