G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
11 July 2019 
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Committee on Subsidies and  Countervailing Measures  Original:  Spanish  
 
  SUBSIDIES  
NEW AND FULL NOTIFICATION PURSUANT TO ARTICLE XVI:1 OF  
THE GATT 1994 AND ARTICLE 25 OF THE AGREEMENT ON  
SUBSIDIES AND COUNTERVAILING MEASURES  
MEXICO 
 
The following communication, dated 2 8 June 2 019, is being circulated at the request of 
the delegation of Mexico.  
 
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The attached notification from the United Mexican States contains information on programmes 
granted or maintained in Mexico between 2016 and 2018.  
 
In accordance with Article 25.7 of the Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures 
(SCM), this notification does not prejudge, under the GATT 1994 and the SCM Agreement : (i) the 
legal status of the notified programmes ; (ii) their effects ; or (iii) the nature of the programmes  
themselves.  
 
Data may re flect approximations, estimates or preliminary information . In the event of any 
discrepancy between this notification and the legal instruments on which the programmes are 
based, the information contained in the latter shall prevail.  
 
The notification obli gation is a transparency -oriented provision  that, in conformity with Article  25.7 
of the SCM  Agreement , carries no legal weight as to the actual identification or measurement of a 
subsidy, its status as an actionable subsidy or its trade effects . In this notification , 
the United  Mexican States have included certain activities that may not (or may no t always ) 
constitute "specific subsidies " within the meaning of the Agreement.  
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  CONTENTS  
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I. FISHERIES AND AQUACU LTURE SECTOR  ................................ ................................ .... 3 
A. Rising output within a framework of sustainability  ................................ .............................  3 
B. Modernization of Large Vessels  ................................ ................................ .......................  4 
C. Modernization of Small Vessels  ................................ ................................ .......................  5 
D. Projects and Studies  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..... 6 
E. Marine Diesel  ................................ ................................ ................................ ...............  7 
F. Coastal Gasoline  ................................ ................................ ................................ ...........  8 
G. BIENPESCA  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..................  8 
H. Capacity -Building  ................................ ................................ ................................ .........  9 
I. Rural Aquaculture  ................................ ................................ ................................ ........  10 
J. Greater Productivity in Reservoirs ................................ ................................ ..................  11 
K. Commercial Aquaculture in Inland Waters  ................................ ................................ ...... 12 
L. Mariculture  ................................ ................................ ................................ .................  13 
M. Procurement of Biological Resources  ................................ ................................ .............  13 
N. Fisheries Management Projects  ................................ ................................ ....................  14 
O. Aquaculture Management Projects  ................................ ................................ ................  15 
P. Reduction of the Fishing Effort  ................................ ................................ ......................  16 
Q. Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement  ................................ ................................ ....... 17 
R. Artificial Reefs  ................................ ................................ ................................ ............  17 
S. Development of Production Chains  ................................ ................................ ................  18 
T. Product Processing and Marketing  ................................ ................................ .................  19 
II. FILM SECTOR  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..........  20 
A. National, regional and sectoral economic growth in the film industry  ................................ . 20 
III. HIGH -TECHNOLOGY SECTOR  ................................ ................................ .................  22 
A. Development of Domestic Sup pliers and Contractors for the Energy Industry  .....................  22 
B. Programme to Develop the Software Industry (PROSOFT) and Promote Innovation  .............  23 
IV. INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT SECTOR  ................................ ................................ ..... 25 
A. Industrial Productivity and Com petitiveness Programme (PPCI)  ................................ ........  25 
B. Sectoral Promotion Programme (PROSEC)  ................................ ................................ ..... 26 
C. General Import Tax for the Border Region and the Northern Border Zone  ..........................  27 
V. OTHER  ................................ ................................ ................................ .....................  27 
A. Training and technical assistance for micro, small and medium -sized enterprises  ................  27 
B. Access to bank credit through the financial system  ................................ .........................  31 
C. Venture Capital Trust  ................................ ................................ ................................ .. 32 
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  I. FISHERIES AND AQUACU LTURE SECTOR  
A. Rising output within a framework of sustainability  
1. Title 
Programme for the Promotion of Fisheries and Aquaculture Productivity . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
The aim of the Programme is to contribute to the availability of aquaculture and fisher ies products 
by increasing output within a framework of sustainability . It seeks  to improve the productivity of 
economic units in the fisher ies and aquaculture  sector  through the provision of incentives in 
respect of output, value added, marketing and the promoti on of consumption.  
4. Background and authority  
General Law on Sustainable  Fisheries and Aquaculture, Articles 1 and 17 ; Law on Sustainable Rural 
Development, Articles  4 and 188 ; Rules of Operation of the Programmes of the Ministry of 
Agriculture, Livestock, Rural Development, Fisheries and Food (SAGARPA) for the fiscal years 
2016, 2017 and 2018.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The target population are the active economic units in the fisheries and aquaculture sector that are 
listed in the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Register (RNPA) . The population receiving the 
support must:  
a. engage in the ir activity under  a valid fisheries or aquaculture permit or concession ; 
b. have registered output in the past, except for newly established units; 
c. have transceiver equipment compatible with the satellite -based tracking and monitoring 
system, where applicable, in accordance with Mexican Official Standard NOM -062-PESC-
2007;  
d. have an Aquatic Fauna Exclusion System (SEFA), where applicable, in accordance wit h 
Mexican Official Standard NOM -074-SAG/PESC -2014;  
e. be aware of their obligations in relation to SAGARPA;  
f. not be in receipt of incentives from other government bodies that could entail duplication of 
support ; and 
g. comply with their tax obligations.  
7. Total a mount  
A breakdown of the amount of the subsidies provided under this programme between 2016 and 
2018 is given  below:  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  MEXICO : Subsidies provided under the Programme for the Promotion of Fisheries and 
Aquaculture Productivity, 2016 -2018  
Fiscal Year 2016  Amount  
(MXN  million ) 
Capitalization incentive for fisheries and aquaculture  1,323.1  
Strategic development of aquaculture   470.0  
Fisheries and aquaculture management and surveillance   169.8  
Innovation and technology in fisheries   86.4 
Total : PROGRAMME FOR THE PROMOTION OF FISHERIES 
AND AQUACULTURE PRODUCTIVITY  2,050.0  
Fiscal year 2017  Amount  
(MXN  million ) 
Capitalization incentive for fisheries and aquaculture  1,370.4  
Strategic development of aquaculture   354.0  
Fisheries and aquaculture management and surveillance   165.3  
Fisheries and aquaculture production packages   0.7 
Educational activities and research   68.6 
Total : PROGRAMME FOR THE PROMOTION OF FISHERIES 
AND AQUACULTURE PRODUCTIVITY  1,959.0  
Fiscal year 2018  Amount  
(MXN  million ) 
Capitalization incentive for fisheries and aquaculture  1,115.7  
Strategic development of aquaculture   246.8  
Fisheries and aquaculture management and surveillance   157.1  
Fisheries and aquaculture production packages   38.8 
Total : PROGRAMME FOR THE PROMOTION OF FISHERIES 
AND AQUACULTURE PRODUCTIVITY  1,558.4  
NB: Due to rounding, the t otals may not correspond to the sum of the figures shown . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate the trade effects, if any, resulting from the use  of these subsidies . It 
should be n oted that the components concerning management and surveillance ; the promotion of 
consumption o f fisher ies and aquaculture products ; and innovation, education and research have 
no effect on output in the sector and thus do not have trade -distorting effects . Subsidies under the 
fisher ies capitalization and aquaculture development components chiefly s upport the procurement 
of production inputs ; however, the end effect on production, and therefore trade, has not been 
estimated.  
B. Modernization of Large Vessels  
1. Title 
Modernization of Large Vessels Engaged in the Long -Line Fishing of Shrimp, Squid, Marine Fish 
with Scales, Sardines, Octopus, Shark and Tuna . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To contribute to the modernization of large fishing vessels in order to improve their productivity 
and e nable them to operate more efficiently as a result of a higher technical specification  that 
incorporates modern ship -building and equipment designs, and to ensure that catches and 
navigation are performed safely and efficiently.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The target population are the active economic units1 in the fisheries and aquaculture sector  that 
are listed in the National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
The support is provided following  a classification process under which projects are evaluated and 
prioritized by vessel in accordance with technical profitability criteria and public policy priorities, 
specifically in relation to disadvantaged potential beneficiaries.  
The amount granted is up  to 50 % of the cost subject to a maximum of  MXN 1,000,000.00 
(one million  pesos) per vessel . The support is cumulative, subject to the maximum amount 
allowed per vessel.  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 159.2  million.  
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 324.3  million.  
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 95.1 million.  
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
C. Modernization of Small Vessels  
1. Title 
Modernization of Small Vessels . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To provide support to replace engines and vessels and to procure on -board product -storage and 
satellite equipment in order to reduce operating costs, optimize fuel consumption, minimize levels 
of environmental pollution, increase profitability, and contribute to safeguarding human life at sea.  
                                                
1 Economic unit – A natural or legal person engaged in fisheries and/or aquaculture activities that is 
linked to the production unit under a valid fisheries and/or aquaculture permit or concession.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to th e Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The target  population are the active economic units in the fisheries and aquaculture sector  that are 
listed in the National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
CONAPESCA provides this support to economic units engaged in fisheries activities under a valid 
fisheries permit or concession that need to replace an engine or small vessel or purchase satellite 
or product -storage equipment.  
The amount granted to small vessels is up to 50 % of the total cost of the asset to be purchased . 
In the event that state and/or municipal governments participate, their contribution  must be 30 % 
of the total cost of the asset purchased in respect of engines, vessels and chillers ; for satellite and 
radiocommunications equipment , the amount provide d may be  up to MXN  3,000. 00 
(three  thousand  pesos).  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016: MXN 161.4  million . 
Fiscal year 2017: MXN 150.4  million . 
Fiscal year 2018: MXN  68.5 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
D. Projects and Studies  
1. Title 
Projects and Studies . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To support fishery and aquaculture -related infrastructure projects and studies that help to increase 
the capitalization of economic units , improv e the  sustainable management of fisheries output, 
collection and storage , and ensure safety during berthing and landing manoeuvres.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct su pport.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The target population are the active economic units  in the fisheries and aquaculture sector  that are 
listed in the National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
The support is provided as a result of a classi fication process under which projects are evaluated 
and prioritized by vessel in conformity with technical criteria and public policy priorities, specifically 
in relation to municipalities that are highly or very highly marginalized.  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 182.8  million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 177.3  million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 97.3 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
E. Marine Diesel  
1. Title 
Marine Diesel.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To widen the operating margins for producers with large vessels and/or aquaculture facilities 
through the purchase of energy at preferential prices.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Compensat ory support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The target population are the active economic units  in the fisheries and aquaculture sector  that are 
listed in the National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
Support to purchase energy at preferentia l prices is channelled towards the earning assets (fishing 
vessels, mariculture facilities , aquafarms  and laboratories) linked to the economic units that are on 
a list of beneficiaries.  
The amount provided varies subject to a maximum of MXN  2.00 (two pesos ) per litre of marine 
diesel , with an upper limit of 1.5  million litres per production unit.  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 223.5  million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 241.8  million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 447.4  million . G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
F. Coastal Gasoline  
1. Title 
Coastal Gasoline.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To widen the operating margins for coastal fisher ies producers through  the purchase of energy at 
preferential prices.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Compensat ory support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The target population are the active economic units  in the fisheries and aquaculture sector  that are 
listed in the National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
Support to purchase energy at preferentia l prices is channelled towards the earning assets (fishing 
vessels, mariculture facilities, aquafarms and laboratories) linked to the economic units that are on 
a list of beneficiaries.  
The amount provided varies subject to a maximum of MXN  2.00 (two pesos) per litre of coastal 
gasoline , with an upper limit of 10  million litres per vessel.  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 129 million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 127.5  million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 136.9  million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis . 
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
G. BIENPESCA  
1. Title 
BIENPESCA.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To offset the low annual income of fishermen and aquaculturists  during periods of low productivity, 
closed seasons or climate events through training activities to boost the sector 's productivity.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct su pport.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
Direct economic support to coastal fishermen, inland fishermen, crews of large vessels and 
operatives at aquaculture  production units who are associated with active economic units in the 
fisheries and aquacu lture sector  that are listed in the National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
Training workshops for coastal fishermen, inland fishermen, crews of large vessels and operatives 
at aquaculture  production units whose activities are temporarily restricted b y a Government 
Fisheries Regulation or by the declaration by the competent authority of a natural event that 
drastically affects production.  
The amount provided is MXN  7,200.00 (seven  thousand  two hundred  pesos) per applicant per 
fiscal year.  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 290.4  million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 286.4  million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 257.4  million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade  effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
H. Capacity -Building  
1. Title 
Capacity -Building.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To build the capacity of producers associated with the national fisheries and aquaculture  sector in 
order to further their human, production -related , commercial , financial and technological 
development.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the g eneral provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
CONAPESCA provides this support to economic units in the fisheries and aquaculture sector and 
Product System Committees that need incentives to further their productive and commercial 
integration . 
Support is provided through work shops and courses and/or attendance -based theoretical and 
practical training ; up to MXN  60,000.00 (sixty  thousand  pesos) is provided per specialist course, 
and up to MXN  250,000.00 (two  hundred  and fifty  thousand  pesos) per regional specialist course . 
In terms of comprehensive technical assistance, up to MXN  150,000.00 (one  hundred  and fifty  
thousand  pesos) is provided where at least five economic units are involved to cover a period of 
three to six months.  
7. Total amount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 15 million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 0.0 million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 2.8 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
I. Rural Aquaculture  
1. Title 
Rural Aquaculture . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To provide support , in conjunction with state governments, to producers in highly and very highly 
marginal ized municipalities . The support takes  the form of infrastructure and equipment, mainly 
growing systems, cages, vats, ponds, pumps, aerators, filters, parameter -measuring equipment, 
feeders and hatchlings.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct su pport.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The target population are the active economic units in the aquaculture sector that are listed in the 
National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
Up to 80 % will be provided subject to a maximum of MXN  500,000.00 (five  hundred thousand  
pesos) for infrastructure and equipment, and for hatchlings ; the additional 20 % will be contributed 
by the beneficiary.  
The resources will be administered  with state governments through the Support Fund for the State 
Rural Aquaculture  Programme.  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 51.5 million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 29.2 million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 16.0 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
J. Greater Productivity in Reservoirs  
1. Title 
Greater Productivity in Reservoirs.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To provide support to projects to improve productivity in reservoirs, including  in the form of 
product storage equipment (thermal containers, freezers) and supplies of hatchlings for restocking 
purposes . 
4. Background and authority  
Agreement  notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The target population are the active economic units in the aquaculture sector that are listed in the 
National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
Support is provided as follows in the light of a project assessment based on  criteria intended to 
improve  productivity in reservoirs : up to 80 % subject to a maximum of MXN  80,000.00 (eighty  
thousand  pesos) where a further 20 % is contributed by the beneficiary ; up to MXN  1,600,000.00 
(one million  six hundred thou sand pesos) for catfish, carp or tilapia hatchlings.  
It should be noted that only one application for support can be supported per reservoir.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 9.7 million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 5.5 million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 13.5 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
K. Commercial Aquaculture in Inland Waters  
1. Title 
Commercial Aquaculture in Inland Waters . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To promote the start -up of industrial -scale aquaculture businesses in order to  unlock the country 's 
hydrological potential . 
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial year 2019.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  
6. To whom and how ass istance is provided  
The target population are the active economic units in the aquaculture  sector that are listed in the 
National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
The amounts of support awarded for infrastructure, equipment and facilities account for up  to 50 % 
of the value of the investments to be made, subject to a maximum of MXN  5,000,000.00 
(five million  pesos ); for projects involving trout  and tilapia, up to 70 % of the value of investments 
will be provided . 
For newly created  projects, up to 50 % of the value of investments will be supported, subject to a 
maximum in all cases of MXN  2,500,000.00 (two  million  five hundred thousand  pesos).  
In respect of technical  assistance , up to 50 % will be provided subject to a maximum of 
MXN 200,000.00 (two  hundred thousand  pesos).  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 127.1  million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 97.5 million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 43.5 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
L. Mariculture  
1. Title 
Mariculture.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To promote maricultur e through production infrastructure  (mainly  ponds, cages, suspended culture 
systems, headlines , strings, floating storage facilities, gear fixed to the substrate, etc. ), the use of 
aquaculture  equipment such as pumps, aerators, filters, parameter -measuring equipment  and 
feeders, and the provision of specialist technical assistance and support and/or advice from a duly 
identified specialist technical officer.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreemen t notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The target population are the active economic units in the aquaculture sector that are listed in the 
National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
The amounts of support provided for infrastructure, equipment and facilities cover up to 50 % of 
the value of investments , subject to a maximum of MXN  5,000,000.00 (five  million  pesos), while 
support for technical assistance covers up to 50 % of the value of investments,  subject to a 
maximum of MXN  200,000.00  (two hundred thousand  pesos).  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 95.8 million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 45.1 million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 60.8 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
M. Procurement of Biological Resources  
1. Title 
Procurement of Biological Resources , previously Procurement of Biological Inputs . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  3. Policy objective  and/or purpose  
To provide support for the procurement of biological inputs including post -larvae, seed, fry and 
juveniles.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial  year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct su pport.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The target population are the active economic units in the aquaculture  sector that are listed in the 
National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
In order to provide support, an assessment is conducted and a pproval given to investment 
projects that state the number of organisms and species of fish fry to be purchased an d the 
current market value of these inputs.  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 169.9  million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 170.7  million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 110.8  million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
N. Fisheries Management Projects  
1. Title 
Fisheries Management Projects , previously Fisher ies and Aquaculture Management Projects.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To encourage compliance with sustainability standards in the exploitation of fisheries resources by 
introducing  new management schemes and specific handling measures for each fisheries activity , 
and establishing and/or boosting surveillance schemes in cooperation with fisheries producers.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial  year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct s upport.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
CONAPESCA provides this support to economic units in the fisheries sector that engage in fisheries 
activities under a valid concession or permit , and  to educational and research institutions, civil 
society bodies or associations , and legally established public entities that help to increase the 
producti on of goods and services associated with the fisheries sector within a framework  that 
fosters sustainability.  
With a view to receiving this  support, projects are drawn up to implement measures in the fields of 
coastal management, management of fisheries in optimum use, management of fisheries with 
development potential, fisheries resource  recovery management , fisheries refuges , and the 
recovery of abandoned, lo st and discarded fishing gear.  
Up to MXN  10,000,000.00 (ten  million  pesos) will be provided per project.  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 73.8 million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 98.4 million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 80.7 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
O. Aquaculture Management Projects  
1. Title 
Aquaculture Management Projects , previously Fisher ies and Aquaculture Management Projects.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To encourage compliance with sustainability standards in the exploitation of aquaculture resources 
by introducing new management schemes and specific handling measures for each aquaculture 
activity , and establishing and/or boosting surveillance schemes in cooperation with aquaculture  
producers . 
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial  year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
CONAPESCA provides this support to economic units in the aquaculture sector that engage in 
fisheries activities under valid concession s or permits , and to educational and research institutions, 
civil society bodies or associations , and legally established public entities that help to increase the 
producti on of goods and services associated with the fisheries sector within a framework tha t 
fosters sustainability.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  With a view to receiving this  support , projects are drawn up at local, state or regional level to 
implement measures in the field of aquaculture management . Up to MXN 3,000,000.00 
(three  million  pesos) will be provided per project . 
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 12.1 million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 0.0 million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 2.8 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
P. Reduction of the Fishing Effort  
1. Title 
Reduction of the Fishing Effort. 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To contribute to the conservation and sustainable use of fisheries resou rces through the voluntary 
decommissioning of vessels that are part of the commercial fleet.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial  year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct su pport.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
CONAPESCA provides this support to natural and/or legal persons that, either individually or 
collectively, engage in commercial fishing on the high seas with large vessels under a valid 
fisheries concession or permit.  
The support is provided as a result of the beneficiary voluntarily surrendering the valid commercial 
fisher ies concession or permit to CONAPESCA for cancellation and breaking up the vessel to be 
decommissioned . The assistance provided amounts to  MXN 1,300,000.00 (one  million  
three  hundred thousand  pesos).  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 16.5 million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 0.7 million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 0.7 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
Q. Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement  
1. Title 
Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To support regulatory compliance and enforcement measures as part of the coordinat ed strategy 
endorsed by the production sector , with a view  to safeguard ing fisheries and aquaculture resources 
and prevent ing offences, especially in overfishe d and restocked areas.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial  year in 
question (201 6, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The target population are the active  economic units in the fisheries and aquaculture sector  that are 
listed in the National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
The support is provided through  joint projects to implement inspection and surveillance measures . 
Natural persons may be  awarded up to MXN  2,000,000.00 (two  million  pesos), and legal person s 
up to MXN  6,000,000.00 (six  million  pesos).  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 61.1 million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 61.3 million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 62.3 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
R. Artificial Reefs 
1. Title 
Artificial Reefs. 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To provide support to set up artificial reefs.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial  year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct su pport.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
CONAPESCA provides this support to economic units in the aquaculture sector that engage in 
fisheries activities under valid concessions or permits , and to educational and research institutions, 
civil society  bodies or associations , and legally established public entities that help to increase the 
producti on of goods and services associated with the fisheries sector within a framework that 
fosters sustainability.  
In order to receive support , the responsible unit and potential beneficiaries are required to draw up 
joint projects that significantly contribute to the  attainment of sectoral targets that can be verified 
using one or more quantitative indicators.  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 4.9 million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 4.0 million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 10.3 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
S. Development of Production Ch ains 
1. Title 
Development of Production Chains . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To increase the consumption of fisheries and aquaculture products by implementing 
comprehensive measures that promote fisheries and aquaculture foodstuffs,  and to improve the 
performance of Product System Committees for Aquaculture and Fisheries  through me chanisms for 
planning, communications and ongoing cooperation between the economic stakeholders involved 
in implementing rural development policies, plans and programmes.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial  year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The targ et population are the active economic units in the fisheries and aquaculture sector  that are 
listed in the National Fisheries and Aquaculture  Register . 
The support is provided in the form of payment for professional services and advice to support the 
produ ction chain ; it also covers  transport costs and subsistence allowances  for Product Systems 
representatives and operational staff ; studies, projects and certification ; and the establishment of 
business service s centres, consortia and marketing companies.  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 11.4 million.  
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 0.0 million.  
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 8.6 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
T. Product Processing and Marketing  
1. Title 
Product Processing and Marketing , previously Processing, Development and Marketing of Fisheries 
and Aquaculture Products . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To increase the consumption of fisheries and aquaculture products by implementing 
comprehensive measures that promote fisheries and aquaculture foodstuffs , and to improve the 
performance of  Product System Committees for Aquaculture and Fisheries  through mechanisms for 
planning, communications and ongoing cooperation between the economic stakeholders involved 
in implementing rural development policies, plans and programmes.  
4. Background and authority  
Agreement notifying the general provisions applicable to the Rules of Operation and Guidelines of 
the Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for the financial  year in 
question (2016, 2017 and 2018).  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The support is a imed at economic units in the fisheries and aquaculture sector and Product System 
Committees that need incentives to further their productive and commercial integration . 
The incenti ve is provided through  projects agreed with the CONAPESCA -appointed implementing 
body and relates to equipment for product -processing, ice-making, refrigeration, freezing and 
point-of-sale activities . G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 42.0 million . 
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 0.0 million . 
Fiscal year 2018 : MXN 19.1 million . 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions.  
II. FILM SECTOR  
A. National, regional and sectoral economic growth in the film industry  
1. Title 
Name of 
programme  Type of 
support  Amount of 
support 
provided in 
2016  Amount of 
support 
provided in 
2017  Amount of 
support 
provided in 
2018  Description of support  
Support for the 
production of short 
films Direct  14,998,991.45  10,000,000.00  10,000,000.00  Support is awarded for 
the production and/or 
postproduction of short 
films (fiction, 
documentary and 
animation) following an 
annual public call for 
applications by region .  
Support for the 
development of 
series and miniseries  Direct  0.00 2,000,000.00  2,433,306.72  Falls under the Incentive 
Programme for Creators . 
Support for 
scriptwriting  Direct  3,670,000.00  2,140,000.00  2,580,000.00  Falls under the Incentive 
Programme for Creators . 
Support for project 
development  Direct  1,789,684.00  2,332,458.60  2,249,303.73  Falls under the Incentive 
Programme for Creators . 
Gabriel García 
Márquez Incentive for 
Film-Making in 
Mexico and Central  
America  Direct  0.00 0.00 1,015,000.00  Support for documentary 
film-makers  of indigenous 
or African descent in 
Mexico and Central 
America . Covers five 
disciplines : argument 
development, production, 
editing, postproduction , 
and distribution and 
marketing.  
Total direct support  20,458,675.45  16,472,458.60  18,277,610.45   
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  Name of programme  Type of 
support  Amount of 
support 
provided in 
2016  Amount of 
support 
provided in 
2017  Amount of 
support 
provided in 
2018  Description of support  
Trust Fund for the 
Production of 
High-Quality Films  
(FOPROCINE)  Indirect  42,630,711.14  59,400,812.00  164,818,519.05  Provides support , through 
annual public calls for 
applications, for the 
production and/or 
postproduction of 
full-length films (fiction 
and documentary ) and 
the production of fiction 
series, documentaries 
and web series.  
Trust Fund for Cinema 
Investment and 
Incentives (FIDECINE)  
 
Support for Production  Indirect  42,013,145.61  74,362,484.13  63,550,423.11  Support in the form of 
risk capital for the 
production of feature 
films in development that 
have been authorized by 
the technical committee ; 
these resources are 
released in conformity 
with the contract for each 
project concerned.  
Trust Fund for Cinema 
Investment and 
Incentives (FIDECINE)  
 
Support for cinemas  Indirect  0.00 0.00 8,196,044.00  Support in the form of 
loans for the fitting out 
and/or refurbishment of 
cinemas  authorized by 
the technical committee ; 
the resources are 
released in conformity 
with the contract for each 
project concerned.  
Trust Fund for Cinema 
Investment and 
Incentives (FIDECINE)  
 
Incentives for 
commercial run s Indirect  28,195,997.97  5,948,459.00  20,168,435.07  Incentive awarded to 
producers of Mexican 
films in recognition of the 
response to a  film's first 
commercial run , based on 
audience  numbers . 
Trust Fund for Cinema 
Investment and 
Incentives (FIDECINE)  
 
Incentives for the 
national distribution of 
selected prize-winning 
Mexican films honoured 
at the Cannes, Berlin or 
Venice film festivals  Indirect  1,973,902.00  2,044,215.00  7,307,057.50  Economic incentives to 
support the distribution in 
Mexico of Mexican films 
that have been selected 
for screening and/or 
awarded a prize in the 
"best picture " and/or 
"best director " categories 
in official competitions at 
the Cannes, Berlin or 
Venice film festivals.  
Trust Fund for Cinema 
Investment and 
Incentives (FIDECINE)  
 
Incentive to promote 
the Mexican film 
select ed to represent 
the country at AMPAS 
(Academy Of Motion 
Picture Arts And 
Sciences)  Indirect  0.00 0.00 2,000,000.00  Incentive awarded to 
boost the promotion and 
distribution of the film 
selected by the Mexican 
academy to represent the 
country at AMPAS, with a 
view to its nomination in 
the best foreign -language 
film category.  
Total indirect support  114,813,756.72  141,755,970.13  266,040,479.24   
 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To foster national, regional and sectoral economic growth in the film industry by providing 
managed, planned  and systematic support to participants at various stages of the film-making  
process , and to encourag e economic consolidation in the industry.  
4. Background and authority  
The legislation directly associated with the activity of the institute includes the Decree establishing 
the Mexican Institute of Cinematography , Official Journal of the Federation (DOF) , 25 March 1 983; 
the Organic Statute on  the Mexican Institute of Cinematography , DOF, 2 June 2 017; and the 
Federal Law on Cinematography , DOF, 29 December 1992, most recently amended on 
17 December 2 015. 
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct and indirect support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
a. Indirect support . By way of a contribution of resources to the Trust Fund for the Production 
of High -Quality Films  (FOPROCINE) and the Trust Fund for Cinema Investment and 
Incentives (FIDECINE).  
b. Direct support . Provided to professionals in the industry, whether natural or legal persons, 
by selection and evaluation committees coordinated by the Mexican Institute of 
Cinematography.  
7. Total a mount  
In the fiscal year 2016 , the following amounts were provided:  
a. Indirect support : MXN 20,458,675.45.  
b. Direct support : MXN 114,813,756.72.  
 
In the fiscal year 2017 , the following amounts were provided:  
a. Indirect support : MXN 141,755,970.13.  
b. Direct support : MXN 16,472,458.60.  
 
In the fiscal year 2018 , the following amounts were provided:  
a. Indirect support : MXN 266,040,479.24.  
b. Direct support : MXN 18,277,610.45.  
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions . The 
aim of the measure is to foster economic growth.  
III. HIGH -TECHNOLOGY SECTOR  
A. Development of Domestic Suppliers and Contractors for the Energy Indust ry 
1. Title 
Public Trust Fund to Promote the Development of Domestic Suppliers and Contractors for the 
Energy Industry.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2017 to 2018.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To promote the development and competitivene ss of local and national suppliers and contractors 
through finance schemes and support programmes for training, research and certification , in order 
to close technical capacity and quality gap s, with a special focus on small and medium -sized 
enterprises.  
4. Background and authority  
• Hydrocarbons Law and Law on the Electricity Industry of 11  August 2 014. 
• Rules of Operation of the Public Trust Fund to Promote the Development of Domestic 
Suppliers and Contractors for the Energy Industry, November 2 018. 
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct and indirect support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
Through the unit responsible for d omestic content and the p romotion of production chains and 
investment in the energy sector, which is attached to the Department  of Industry  and Trade , the 
Ministry of the Economy provides support to natural persons engaged in business activities ; micro, 
small, medium -sized and large businesses associated with such persons ; and public and/or private 
sector institutions an d organizations that run projects and/or programmes that are compatible with 
the aim  of the Public Trust Fund to Promote the Development of Domestic Suppliers and 
Contractors for the Energy Industry and the strategies published by the Ministry of the Econo my 
that meet the requirements of the Rules of Operation of the Trust Fund in force and the 
requirements laid down in the relevant legal instruments.  
The maximum percentage of the support is category -dependent and varies between 50 % and 
70%. 
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016: No resources were released in this period.  
Fiscal year 2017: MXN 42.9  million . 
Fiscal year 2018: MXN 32.7  million.  
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the support provided by the Public 
Trust Fund to Promote the Development of Domestic Suppliers and Contractors for the Energy 
Industry, given that the aim of the support is to close technical and quality gaps.  
B. Programme to Develop the Software Industry (PROSOF T) and Promote Innovation  
1. Title 
Programme to Develop the Software Industry (PROSOFT) and Promote Innovation.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2017 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
General objective  
To provide support to legal person s in strategic sectors , in accordance with the relevant rules, so 
that they can  establish Business Innovation Centres (CII) with a view to build ing human capital 
and provid ing specialist services.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  Specific objectives  
In order to attain the aforementioned general objective, namely the establishment of CIIs to build 
human capital and provide specialist services that meet the requirements of target industries, 
PROSOFT has five specific objectives:  
a. To support the procureme nt of specialist technical equipment to provide the services 
required by target industries . 
b. To support the building and specialization of the human capital required by industr ies, 
furthering the training that industries in strategic sectors require in orde r to undertake 
innovation activities.  
c. To support the process of strengthening and advancement in conformity with strategy 14.0. 
d. To support the procurement of specialist software that fits the purpose of the CII and the 
services that it will provide and/or the proposed training programmes.  
e. To support the 14.0 public policies on innovation approved by the Intersectoral Committee 
on Innovation referred to in Article  41 of the Law on Science and Technology, as the body 
responsible for the design and delivery of  public policy on innovation.  
4. Background and authority  
Article  28 of the Political Constitution of the United Mexican States ; the National Development Plan 
(PND) 2013 -2018; the Programme for a Modern Govern ment Close to the People 2013 -2018, 
published on 30  August 2 013; the Innovative Development Programme (PRODEINN) 2013 -2018 of 
the Ministry of the Economy ; the Sectoral Agenda for the Development of Information 
Technologies (IT) in Mexico,  PROSOFT 3.0, presented on 24  July 2 014; the National  Human Rights 
Programme 2014 -2018, published in the Official Journal of the Federation on 30  April 2 014; the 
Rules of Operation of the Programme to Develop the Software Industry (PROSOFT) and Promote 
Innovation for the fiscal year 2017 and 2018.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
(a) The potential population consists of large businesses or business partnerships such as 
cluster s, chamber s of business or industrial partnership s, consorti a and/or confederation s, in 
strategic sectors that have  needs or problem s justifying  the establishment of Business 
Innovation Centres to build human capital and provide specialist services.  
 
(b) The target population comprises legal persons in strategic sectors that are part of the 
potential population , that meet the eligibility criteria and that are supported by the 
Programme in line with its annual budget.  
 
(c) The population served comprises the subset of legal persons in the strategic sectors within 
the target popula tion that meet the eligibility criteria and that are supported by the annual 
budget allocated to the Programme.  
 
(d) The subsidy is provided to public or private legal  persons  that are among the Programme 's 
target population because they have met the eligibili ty criteria and the requirements laid 
down in the Rules of Operation.  
 
(e) The amount of the support varies depending on format ; for a consortium it could be up to 
70% of the total project cost or for an individual up to 30 % of the total project cost.  
 
7. Total amount  
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 215,342,524.00  
Fiscal year 2018: MXN 225,654,808.00  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
Business Innovation Centres have no direct trade effects , since their work does not directly involve  
production processes but rather design and prototyping processes that seek  to generate business 
innovation.  
IV. INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT SECTOR  
A. Industrial Productivity and Competitiveness Programme (PPCI)  
1. Title 
Industrial Productivity and Competitiveness Programme (PPCI).  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
The general objective of the Industrial Productivity and Competitiveness Programme (PPCI) is to 
improv e business productivity through support for business projects and initiatives that are 
conducive to inclusive economic growth.  
Additionally the specific objectives of the PPCI in respect of inclusive growth for sectors and 
industries are as follows:  
a. to pro mote the integration of a larger number of businesses into value chains;  
b. to develop the specialist human capital required by industry;  
c. to promote improvements in production processes and the qualities of products supplied by 
businesses;  
d. to promote sectoral  building and development;  
e. to develop production capacities and smart manufacturing in businesses in the country 's 
industrial sectors ; and 
f. to strengthen industrial public policy in order to facilitate the coordination of value chains, 
improvements in productivity, regionalization and the drive for diversification.  
4. Background and authority  
a. Rules of Operation of the Industrial Productivity and Competitiveness Programme (PPCI) for 
the fiscal year 2016.  
b. Rules of Operation of the Industri al Productivity and Competitiveness Programme (PPCI) for 
the fiscal year 2017.  
c. Rules of Operation of the Industrial Productivity and Competitiveness Programme (PPCI) for 
the fiscal year 2018.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The Programme's target population has changed over the years . For the fiscal year 2019 , the PPCI 
provides support to medium -sized and large businesses (51 or more workers registered with the 
Mexican Social Security Institute) that fa ll into one of the sectors of industr y identified by the 
Department  of Industry and Trade in calls for applications and that satisfy the eligibility 
requirements and selection criteria set out in the Programme 's Rules of Operation . Projects can be G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  submitte d directly by businesses in one of the relevant industries  (in accordance with 
Chapters  31-33 of the North American Industry Classification System) or through business bodies 
or civil society organizations.  
7. Total a mount  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 298,734,166.73  
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 141,056,909.79  
Fiscal year 2018: MXN 155,524,340.71  
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
The general objective of the Productivity and Competitiveness Programme is to improve the 
productivity of manufacturin g businesses . However, it has the specific objective of achieving 
linkages between businesses ; indeed , between 2016 and 2018 , that aspect was part of the 
Programme 's general objective . Accordingly , during the fiscal years 2016, 2017 and 2018, the 
support provided under the Programme led to the integration of 449 businesses into 140  value 
chains . Results are not yet available for the fiscal year 2019 , as the applications for support 
received in response to the first call for applications are under currently evaluation.  
B. Sectoral Promotion Programme (PROSEC)  
1. Title 
Sectoral Promotion Programme.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
Sectoral Promotion Programmes are instrument s aimed at legal persons producing specific goods , 
and enable them to import various goods under a preferential ad valorem  tariff (general import 
tax) for use in the production of specific products regardless of whether the goods to be produced 
are intended for export or the domes tic market.  
4. Background and authority  
Decree establishing various Sectoral Promotional Programmes, published in the Official Journal of 
the Federation on 2  August 2 002. 
5. Form of the subsidy  
PROSEC allows imports to be made under a preferential ad valor em tariff.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
Legal persons that produce specified goods.  
7. Total a mount  
No budget ary resources are allocated for this programme.  
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  programmes.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  C. General Import Tax for the Border Region and the Northern Border Zone  
1. Title 
General Import Tax for the Border Region and the Northern Border Zone.  
2. Period covered by the notifica tion 
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To promote domestic trade and make development possible for businesses whose geographical 
location requires them to maintain and increase their competitiveness on international markets.  
Accordingly  a tariff -reduction scheme was regarded as necessary in order to sustain the 
momentum of economic competitiveness.  
4. Background and authority  
Decree establishing the General Import Tax for the Border Region and the Northern Border Zone , 
published in the O fficial Journal of the Federation on 24  December 2 008, and subsequent 
amendments thereto.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
Allows a business registered as a border enterprise in the northern border zone or the border 
region to enjoy total or partial relief from the general import tax.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
Persons performing marketing activities, providing restaurant, hotel, leisure, cultural, recreational, 
sporting, educational, research -related, medical and social care services, rental servi ces for 
moveable property and services to businesses , in accordance with the Catalogue of Economic 
Activities classification issued by the Tax Administration Service in the form of general rules, where 
the business is located in the northern border zone or the border region and registered as a border 
enterprise.  
7. Total a mount  
No budget ary resources are allocated for this programme.  
8. Duration  
Not applicable.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of the se programmes.  
V. OTHER  
A. Training and technical assistance for micro, small and medium -sized enterprises  
1. Title 
Training and Technical  Assistance Programme . 
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
To provide training and technical assistance to micro, small and medium -sized enterprises, 
entrepreneurs and financial intermediaries in all states, in priority sectors and on a regional basis ; G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  to be in direct contact with the client receiving the support, th rough different channels ; to identify 
areas of opportunity and market needs ; to provide support in promoting and publicizing the 
various NAFINSA programmes and finance products ; and to obtain feedback.  
4. Background and authority  
On 16 May 2 015, the NAFINS A Directorate for Business Development and Technical  Assistance 
(DDEAT) was established ; it is responsible for implementing the Training and Technical  Assistance 
Programme drawing on the NAFINSA Institutional Programme published in the Official Journal of 
the Federation on 28  April 2 014. The basis for th at programme is the "National Development Plan 
2013-2018", published in the Official Journal of the Federation on 2 0 May 2 013. 
5. Form of the subsidy  
Direct support for entrepreneurs, business peo ple in micro, small and medium -sized enterprises 
(MSMEs ), and financial intermediaries.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
In 2015 , the Directorate for Business Development and Technical  Assistance (DDEAT) was 
established with the mission to support  Mexico 's MSMEs and businesses through NAFINSA 's 
Training and Technical  Assistance Programme . This Programme  would allow for  the 
implementation of specific measures to assist MSMEs and businesses in their decision -making 
processes with a view to improving productivity and market presence.  
Accordingly,  the Programme has the following specific objectives:  
• To promote competitiveness, productivity and value -generation  among business people 
through the implementation of  specific measures  such as diagnostic studies or assessments 
that draw on new technologies and innovation.  
• To make best use of the training and technical  assistance resources allocated to MSMEs in 
coordination with chambers of business and business associations , other bodie s and 
NAFINSA areas of business, in order to make a bigger impact in the business sector.  
• To help companies stay  in business and thereby maintain and , where appropriate , generat e 
employment.  
• To be the primary  ally of MSMEs, especially family businesses, co vering their needs in the 
areas of training, technical assistance and financ ing in accordance with NAFINSA 
programmes.  
• To improve the management, production and market capacities of businesses . 
In accordance with these objectives and in order to cater for the primary  needs of entrepreneurs 
and business people in Mexico,  a model was introduced based on three performance pillars : 
corporate governance, business management and energy efficiency . The model includes best 
practices for training and technical assistance  – the aim being to share content , 
methodologies and success ful experiences – and strategic links  to implement training actions 
targeted at specific audiences, designed to benefit the greatest number of entrepreneurs and 
business people  possible . 
Additionally, specific training actions  were introduced to develop and deliver courses, 
workshops,  and conferences , structured with a view to developing content in cooperation with 
national and international bodies, universities,  and general or specialist consultants across various 
platforms such as the mobile office, the Enterprise Development Centre, the Network of 
Consultants and the online platform.  
Lastly , specific technical assistance actions were introduced and a "Business Diagnostic Study " 
developed for micro and small enterprises in the services, commerce and manufacturing sectors . 
The aim is to identify the areas of opportunity in businesses ' administrative process es and to 
suggest training courses on the online platform that has been in place  since 2016 at 
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  Within the framework of the programme strategy in the fiscal year 2018, the following actions 
were completed:  
✓ A strategy for the "Business Diagnostic Study 2018 " was designed , as follows : 
o Diagnostic studies were performed on businesses via the e -learning platform with 
support from a network consultant.  
o Using the results of the diagnostic study, and having obtained written authorization 
from t he business person concerned, the consultant provided advice to the business.  
o The consultant made two telephone calls . The first within a  month of the business 
person completing the study, and the second two months later.  
o During the calls , the consultant r ecommended areas of opportunity for the business, 
for example, having a mission or vision, or how the business  should  provide its 
product or service, and conclud ed with suggestions for other areas of training . In 
2018, 3,057  beneficiaries underwent a diagnostic study , 891 of whom  were 
entrepreneurs  while 2,166  were business people.  
✓ Updating of online and face -to-face courses : a new mechanism was incorporated  into 
the Network  of Consultants  for distance -accreditation , which  enables consultan ts to 
reduce the time and cost involved in travelling and to remain up -to-date on the 
Programme's business content . By the end of the period , 14 accreditations had been 
awarded to various courses and workshops.  
 
✓ 201 cooperation agreements were formalized with public and private bodies to 
deliver training and technical assistance courses.  
 
✓ A new training concept was introduced called "SME Day 2018 ", which  consisted of 
eight -hour practical workshops . On the basis of their  experience and the needs of business 
people and entrepreneurs, the Network of Consultants developed their own content and 
shared it in accordance with a method established by DDEAT . By the end of 2018, there 
were 18 SME days covering topics such as  "Sales for SMEs ", "Digital marketing ", "Legal 
solutions for SMEs ", "The success of your business : a family matter", "How  to get a bank 
loan", "Creativity and innovation ", "Business simulator ", "Leadership and business 
productivity ", "Efficient energy use in SMEs " and "Establishing  an innovative and sustainable 
tourism -related business ". 
 
The "SME Days 2018 " were held within the framework of  "Business Development and 
NAFINSA Credit  Weeks", arranged in coordination with the Network of State Representatives 
and Public and Private Bodies , where information on f unding  and training was provided free 
of charge . In 2018, five events  were held in the states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Querétaro, 
Tamaulipas and Durango , with an  average of 500 beneficiaries per week.  
 
✓ In 2017 , a pilot project  was launched under the corporate governance pillar with a view to 
implementing corporate governance  for 15 Mexican family businesses and establishing  a 
"family protocol" in cooperation with the Development Bank of Latin America (CAF) and the 
Foundation for Sustainable Development in Mexico (FUNDES) . In 2017, nine businesses 
secured a protocol, and, in 2018 , six completed the project.  
 
✓ Working with the CAF under the same pillar, a workshop entitled "The Role of Corporate 
Governance in Business Processes " was held for 39 NAFINSA members . The event , 
which  sought  to build institutional c apacity , focused on  the importance of corporate 
governance  in businesses and the incorporation of a risk management  component ; the 
approval rating  was 92%. 
 
✓ Between 2013 and 2018, 342 businesses received support and 807 business people 
attended 1 3 workshops  under the corporate governance pillar . Support was also provided to 
368 business people who attended the conference "Corporate Governance in  a Family 
Business ". 
 
✓ With regard to  energy efficiency, a two -day course  entitled " Corporate Efficiency in  
Financial Institutions ", organized  in conjunction with the CAF , was held in February 2 018. G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  Course participants included  17 officials from 3 different institutions and members of 
NAFINSA.  
 
✓ Regarding placements and the  sharing of best practice s, six meetings were held ; they 
received a satisfaction rat ing of 96.78 % and were attended by 141 participants from 
various national and international institutions.  
 
✓ Ongoing participation in two inter -institutional committees:  
o National Productivity Committee coo rdinated by the Ministry of Finance and Public 
Credit (SHCP), which aims to encourage support for commercial establishments in 
order to raise their awareness of the importance and benefits of formalization through 
financial education  courses . 
o Financial Education Committee coordinated by the National Commission for the 
Protection and Defence of Financial Services Users (CONDUSEF) , which helps to 
strengthen measures relating to inclusion and financial education.  
7. Total a mount  
The sums disbursed  for procurement conducted under  the Training and Technical  Assistance 
Programme for the fiscal years 2016 -2018 are set out below:  
Budget origin  Fiscal year 2016  Fiscal year 2017  Fiscal year 2018  TOTAL  
Financial Programme  16,366,520.81  14,032,671.35  17,081,240.72   47,480,432.88  
Current expenditure  29,841,749.93  30,789,075.47  31,854,461.71   92,485,287.11  
GRAND TOTAL  46,208,270.74  44,821,746.82  48,935,702.43  139,965,719.99  
 
8. Duration  
On an annual basis.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the implementation of these  
measures . However , it should be noted that one of the key objectives of the NAFINSA Training and 
Technical  Assistance Programme is to help ensure companies  stay in business , thereby maintaining 
jobs and, where appropriate , generating employment . To achieve this, the Programme develops  
MSME decision -makers ' business skills through training and technical assistance across various 
platforms.  
Moreover, the Programme seeks to improve the businesses ' management, production and market 
conditions by implementing specific training and technical assistance actions un der the 
three  performance pillars (business management, corporate governance and energy efficiency) , 
designed with regard to the needs of states and sectors  alike. 
As part of the Training and Technical  Assistance Programme , beneficiaries complete an evalua tion 
form for each event, whether it be a workshop, whole -day training  session or  conference . At the 
end of 2018, the satisfaction rating for face -to-face and online events was 94%; the form also 
enable d us to assess how beneficiaries felt they had gained from  the activities, with the following 
results:  
Concept  % of beneficiaries  
Launch ing a company  53% 
Generat ing new employment  7% 
Increas ing sales  21% 
Improv ing profitability  20% 
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  B. Access to bank credit through the financial system  
1. Title 
Guarantee Programme.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
The aim of the Guarantee Programme is for businesses to have access to bank credit through the 
financial system . A further objective is for the  financial system, in particular commercial banks, to 
provide loans to businesses that are not normally regarded as eligible because they do not satisfy 
one or more of the requirements laid down for the lending products on offer . The guarantee is 
intended to facilitate access to finance for the greatest number of businesses and to encourage 
participation by financial intermediaries in projects that , although viable and capable of generating 
returns, are perceived to be higher risk.  
The Programme also provid es for extending the benefits of the institutional guarantee to 
businesses in areas and regions affected by natural disaster s or other major incidents . 
4. Background and authority  
Law on the Organization of NAFINSA of 26 December 1 986. 
Law on Credit Instit utions of 18  July 1 990. 
5. Form of the subsidy  
Indirect support in the form of financing  provided by private financial intermediaries.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The recipients of the guarantees are bank ing and non-banking financial intermediaries . Although 
financial intermediaries are the recipients, they constitute the means of channelling the support to 
micro, small, medium -sized and large enterprises  and natural  persons engaged in business 
activities in the industrial, commercial and services sectors, and eligible public or private entities 
within the legal framework of NAFINSA.  
7. Total a mount  
Between the fiscal years 2016 and 2018 , contributions of resources totalling MXN  8,480  million  
were received, through which NAFI NSA supported various loan portfolios dispersed through private 
financial intermediaries.  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 3,094  million  received.  
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 2,116  million  received.  
Fiscal year 2018: MXN 3,270  million  received.  
8. Duration  
The life of the portfolios depends on the availability of counter -guarantee resources.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions . The 
measure seeks to encourage the provision of credit to micro, small, medium -sized and large 
enterprises, and to natural persons engaged in business activities, through private financial 
intermediaries.  G/SCM/N/343/MEX  
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  C. Venture Capital Trust  
1. Title 
Venture Capital Trust.  
2. Period covered by the notification  
From 2016 to 2018.  
3. Policy objective and/or purpose  
The Venture Capital Trust administers programmes set up with inputs from bodies such as the 
National Science and Technology Council, the Ministry of the Economy and the National 
Entrepreneurs Institute, within the following frameworks:  
The first objective of the Ministry of the Economy's Innovative Development Programme 
2013-2018 (PRODEINN) is "to develop an industrial promotion and innovation policy that fosters 
balanced economic growth across sectors, regions and businesses "; its second objective is "to 
implement a policy that drives innovation in the commerce and services sector , with an emphasis 
on knowledge -intensive businesses ". See, in particular , line of action 2.6.8 : "To facilitate access to 
sources of finan cing and capitalization likely to support the various stages of innovation ". 
Article  12.VI of the Law on Science and Technology (LCyT) provides that the Federal Government 
will ensure contributions of public and private  resources , both domestic and interna tional , for the 
generation, execution and dissemination of projects covering scientific research, technological 
development and innovation , technological modernization, and links to the production and services 
sector s, and for training specialist human res ources with a view to innovation and technological 
development in industry.  
Since 2013 , INADEM has run the Venture Capital Ecosystem Development Programme , which 
seeks  to foster the creation and strengthening of venture capital investment vehicles and to 
promote the development of the high -impact entrepreneur ecosystem by encouraging access to 
alternative sources of capital finan cing. The Venture Capital Ecosystem Development Prog ramme 
aims to increase the public resources allocated to venture capital through co -investment in 
domestic and foreign private investment vehicles with a view to investment in Mexico.  
The programmes are as follows : The CONACyT Angel s Fund, the Seed Capital  Co-Investment 
Fund, and the Venture Capital Ecosystem Development Programme.  
4. Background and authority  
a. Law on the Organization of NAFINSA . 
b. Regulations on the Organization of NAFINSA . 
c. Law on Credit Institutions.  
d. General Law on Credit Instruments and Oper ations.  
e. The legislation applicable to each of the special Venture Capital Trust contributors in respect 
of their contributions , in conformity with their respective cooperation agreement.  
5. Form of the subsidy  
The programmes administered by the Trust seek to invest and manage the resources that make 
up the Trust's assets and allocate them to financ e and/or support innovative projects, whether 
directly or indirectly, through private investment funds.  
6. To whom and how assistance is provided  
The CONACyT Angels Fund, a programme being developed  with a view to investing through 
investment vehicle(s) in high -impact, innovative projects based on maturing technology , including  
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  The Seed Capital Co -Investment Fund and Venture Capital Ecosystem Development Programme, 
where the beneficiaries are the investment vehicles that administer resources to invest in 
high-impact start -ups and scale -ups and which in their view belong to var ious sectors of the 
economy.  
The operating structure of the CONACyT Angels Fund and the Seed Capital Co -Investment Fund 
sets out the criteria for exploring and analysing investment vehicles in order to determine the 
participation, investment, application, disbursement, monitoring and control  thereof . 
Lastly , under the Venture Capital Ecosystem Development Programme, the Venture Capital Trust 
Fund acts as an intermediate body with responsibility for formalizing co -investment agreements 
with investment vehicl es, handling calls for capital , and monitor ing investments and the 
performance of investment vehicles.  
7. Total a mount  
Between the fiscal years 2016 and 2018 , contributions of resources totalling MXN  658 million  were 
received.  
Fiscal year 2016 : MXN 293 million  received.  
Fiscal year 2017 : MXN 315 million  received.  
Fiscal year 2018: MXN 50 million  received.  
8. Duration  
The duration of the programmes is set out in the agreements and operating guidelines signed with 
the parties contributing resources.  
9. Trade effects  
It is not possible to estimate what  trade effects may result from the use of these  provisions . This is 
due to the fact that these resources are in the process of being invested in the ecosystem.  
 
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