Unilever, British Consumer Products Company, will invest $ 30 billion in Mexico over the next three years.
The announcement was made during a press conference on Friday morning of President Claudia Shinbam, the Economic Minister of Mexico.
“It is important to recognize that these investment announcements are made in the uncertain economic environment,” said Ebert. “So beyond the value of (currency), the fact that companies invest in Mexico means that it sees a positive and confident future for Mexico.”
Includes Unilever investment An additional 8 billion bezos ($ 407 million) to complete a new factory In the northern state of Nevo Lion. By 2023 to start building the factory allocated US $ 400 million.
The factory is located in the municipality of Salinas Victoria of Newo Lion, about 38 kilometers north of Monterry. According to Unilever’s Chief Distribution Chain and Operating Officer, Wilem Eugen, its brand leaders will produce beauty products and personal care products by its brand leaders Dov, Rexona and Setal.
Yugen said the London -based company maintains a long -standing commitment to the development of Mexico and aimed at strengthening its operations in the country.
Investment – 1,200 is expected to create new jobs – increasing production capacity, starting product taxes, funding for logistics projects, funding digitalization of operations and strengthening existing brands.
Unilever operates in Mexico for over 60 years and uses over 7,000 people. It currently has a factory in Mexico, two more in Mexico and one more factory in the state of Morolos.
The announcement on Friday adds to the waves of foreign investment affirmations that indicate the confidence in Mexico’s economic outlook, as the Shinbam administration was able to attract global companies amidst trade tensions with the US
At the end of March, Walmart pledged US $ 6 billion investments This year, Amazon, Mercado Libre, Netflix and Companies Santander Bank of Spain They have released big investment plans in Mexico in recent weeks.
Unilever’s announcement also supports further Shinbam’s “Plan Mexico,” An attempt to increase investment in Mexico by domestic and foreign companies.
This program is aimed at increasing the food and energy sovereignty of Mexico, among other objectives, the development of infrastructure and promoting home construction and increasing the access to loans.
Unilever is interested in supporting the government’s plan to promote public interest, promote sustainable growth and contribute to the most prosperous future for all. “
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