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Economy & Business - January 2026
MEXICO: Sheinbaum moves on labour law overhaul
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced a further increase to the minimum wage for 2026 as part of a continued overhaul of labour laws, which also includes plans to reduce the length of the working week.
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