(Translation by the Business & Human Rights Resource Centre)

...As in other instances, it is important to begin by mentioning that in 2019 the Interoceanic Corridor of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec was created as a decentralised public body, with its own legal personality and assets, and is currently SECTORISED TO THE SECRETARIAT OF THE NAVY...

In this context, it is important to note that for Mexico, the development of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec region—with a focus on infrastructure, logistics, industrial production, and interoceanic trade—constitutes a fundamental right, based on respect for indigenous peoples, their traditions, their right to self-determination, and the preservation of their territories...

Having said that, I proceed to respond to your email... On this particular point, and in order to address your request diligently and in a timely manner, I would appreciate it if information requests are sent with more advance notice, as we have found that, systematically and repeatedly, your Centre has requested information with only a few days’ notice, which is insufficient to respond...

For this reason, I kindly ask that in the future your requests be made earlier; this does not pose any obstacle to Mexico’s commitment to human rights, whose protection is vital, and we deeply regret the incidents you referred to concerning the Unión de Comunidades Indígenas de la Zona Norte del Istmo (UCIZONI)...