The National Institute for Transparency (INAI) has ordered Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex) to disclose detailed records regarding petroleum exports to Cuba. This directive follows Pemex’s initial refusal, which claimed that no donations existed, despite public statements by former President López Obrador and current President Claudia Sheinbaum confirming significant fuel shipments to address Cuba’s energy crisis. The INAI determined that Pemex’s search was insufficient and legally non-compliant. Pemex must now conduct a broad search across all relevant administrative units, as the initial investigation was limited and incomplete. The transparency body emphasizes that because Pemex is a state-owned enterprise managing public natural resources, all transactions—whether structured as sales, credits, or donations—must be fully transparent. The distinction between commercial export and humanitarian aid remains legally ambiguous, yet both involve public assets that deserve scrutiny. This ruling is crucial for open data as it establishes a precedent that state-owned companies cannot withhold information about international transfers by limiting their data searches. It reinforces the principle that public accountability extends to all forms of resource utilization, regardless of the recipient country. By forcing Pemex to open its archives comprehensively, the decision ensures that citizens can access granular data on how national wealth is allocated abroad, promoting greater governmental transparency and integrity.
Source: zocalo.com.mxPublished on 2025-01-17
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