Large multinational corporations have accumulated exorbitant profits at the expense of the health of millions of Mexican families. While their profits grow, the rest of society must cover the damage.
Without political will, without a radical prioritization of public health over corporate interests, Mexico will not emerge from the epidemiological emergency it is experiencing due to obesity and diabetes, deeply linked to soft drink consumption.
The reduction was announced after representatives from different parties complained about pressure from lobbyists to avoid imposing the tax on light beverages.
Despite resistance from Coca Cola and other private interests committed to destroying children’s health for profit, Mexico’s junk food ban has been implemented in 86% of the country’s schools.
Soft drink companies, with the help of front groups, have been spreading false information and denying scientific evidence about the harm their products cause, in an attempt to stop an upcoming tax.
Companies that make Mexicans sick are sponsoring the 2026 World Cup.