Administrative
Mexico strengthens the efficiency and digitalization of administrative justice with the reform to the Federal Law of Administrative Contentious Proceedings
The recent reform to the LFPCA represents one of the most significant adjustments to the administrative justice system arising from the 2024 judicial reform. Among its main changes are the implementation of new procedural deadlines to expedite the resolution of disputes, the expansion of summary trial (juicio sumario) grounds, modifications to the fiscal review appeal (recurso de revisión fiscal), the strengthening of the online justice system, and various measures aimed at modernizing and harmonizing the current legal framework.Mexico: The new constitutional reform adjusts judicial elections and redefines the structure and electoral rules of the Judiciary for 2028
The recently published constitutional reform decree introduces several adjustments to the judicial election model approved in 2024: modifications to the structure and functioning of the Mexican Supreme Court of Justice, new rules for the integration and operation of the Evaluation Committees, the creation of judicial electoral districts, clarifications regarding ballots, vacancies and judicial leaves of absence.Poland reshapes appeal proceedings before the National Appeals Chamber, creating new opportunities and challenges for contractors
Major updates to Poland’s public procurement appeal process take effect on 13 March 2026, reshaping how contractors present and defend their claims. The new rules aim to streamline proceedings, expand remote participation and tighten evidence requirements, changes that businesses must understand to avoid costly risks.SAFE: Mechanism for financing the defense sector in Poland by the European Union
The European Union has taken an unprecedented step towards strengthening its common security and defence policy. In this article, we discuss the main objectives of the programme, its legal instruments and the tax implications for entities participating in defence procurement.Mexico: New regulations to the Public Sector Procurement, Leasing and Services Law promote more digital, traceable, and heavily supervised contracting processes
The publication of new regulations to Mexico’s public procurement law accelerated the modernization the bidding system: full digitalization, updated economic evaluation criteria, enhanced transparency, and more flexible procedures such as bidding rounds and subsequent discount offers. This regulatory shift requires both suppliers and government entities to adapt swiftly to processes that are more traceable, competitive, and closely supervised.Mexico: National Workers' Housing Fund Institute (INFONAVIT) Sets Deadline for Employers to Cover Housing Loans of Absent or Incapacitated Workers
As a result of recent reforms to the INFONAVIT Law, a new obligation has been established for employers in Mexico: to cover the mortgage payments of housing loans for their workers when they are absent or incapacitated.Mexico: Law of Public Works and Related Services, is reformed, including the creation of a new public procurement platform
Mexico has updated its legal framework for public works with a reform that seeks greater transparency, efficiency and digitization in procurement processes. The changes include the creation of a new platform that replaces CompraNet and new rules that directly impact contractors and authorities.Mexico: New Public Sector Procurement, Leasing and Services Law published
On April 16, 2025, the new Public Sector Procurement, Leasing and Services Law was published, replacing the 2000 law. Key changes include the redefinition of pricing criteria, the creation of a digital store and a new public procurement platform, and the incorporation of social witnesses.Portugal implements EU regulation on cosmetic products
Portugal implements Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 on cosmetic products through Decree-Law no. 23/2025. This legislative act covers the rules applicable to the establishment and operation of economic operators in the sector, as well as matters relating to the product information file, the labelling of cosmetics and the system for reporting undesirable effects of these products.