President Claudia Sheinbaum justified the decision to disappear autonomous organizations, pointing out that even the Superior Audit of the Federation (ASF) has detected excesses and corruption.
He gave an example with the case of the National Institute of Transparency, Access to Information and Protection of Personal Data (INAI), where there have been abuses in the spending of corporate cards and nepotism in hiring.
He displayed a presentation that summarizes the excesses incurred by commissioners and senior officials at the INAI, which were detected by the ASF: Since 2018, workers and former workers have denounced that INAI senior officials demand between 10 and up to 60 percent of their salaries every two weeks. Ah, but that was not a problem for the stability of the country, why? Because they said it was part of the culture, right? corruption
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She also mentioned the abuse of the bank cards that are given to them, highlighting that they used them to pay in nightclubs, said the president, while the names of the commissioners who have incurred excesses were shown on the screen, such as Óscar Guerra, Julieta del Río, Rosendoevgueni Monterrey and Blanca Lilia Ibarra.
He also pointed out cases of nepotism in the transparency institute, where “there are people who are paid without working and job profiles have been created to encourage the hiring of specific people.
“The forensic audit documented that the seven commissioners – including the four current ones – had incurred improper expenses related to payments for meals, breakfasts, trips abroad and in the country, as well as handling of the American Express corporate card,” read the Chairwoman.
He ratified that the functions of the institute will be transferred to the Anti-Corruption and Good Government Secretariat, since mechanisms of mandatory transparency of all agencies will be generated, where citizens can easily review the functions, spending, everything that the government of Mexico.
He rejected that the decision to disappear autonomous organizations puts democracy at risk, since Transparency must be there, and one of the substantive obligations of governments is accountability and the protection of personal data, but what there will no longer be is a billion pesos that were allocated to this
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Here are two PAA-related questions for the provided interview:
## Interview: Transparency in Crisis?
**World-Today-News.com sits down with:**
* **Dr. Sofia Ramirez:** A renowned political scientist specializing in Mexican governance and democratic institutions.
* **Mr. Luis Gonzalez:** A lawyer and advocate for transparency and good governance within civil society organizations.
**(Opening)**
**Host:** Welcome, Dr. Ramirez and Mr. Gonzalez. We’re here today to discuss the recent announcement by President Sheinbaum regarding the elimination of autonomous organizations, specifically citing the National Institute of Transparency, Access to Information and Protection of Personal Data (INAI) as an example. President Sheinbaum has presented evidence of corruption and misuse of funds within the INAI, leading to the decision to absorb its functions into the Anti-Corruption and Good Government Secretariat. Let’s delve into the implications of this decision.
**(Section 1: Corruption Allegations)**
**Host:** Dr. Ramirez, President Sheinbaum has displayed evidence of what she terms “corruption” and ”excesses” within the INAI, showcasing significant spending discrepancies, potential nepotism, and misuse of corporate cards. What’s your analysis of these allegations and their significance?
**Dr. Ramirez:**
**(Dr. Ramirez responds, analyzing the alleged corruption within the INAI, providing context on the severity of the accusations and potential systemic issues. She may discuss similar instances of corruption in other Mexican institutions.)**
**Host:** Mr. Gonzalez, from a civil society perspective, how do these allegations impact public trust in institutions dedicated to transparency and accountability?
**Mr. Gonzalez:**
**(Mr. Gonzalez responds, addressing the impact of the allegations on public trust in transparency institutions. He may discuss the importance of independent oversight and the potential consequences of losing such bodies.)**
**(Section 2: Institutional Independence vs. Government Oversight)**
**Host:** President Sheinbaum argues that transferring the INAI’s functions to the Anti-Corruption Secretariat will ensure better transparency and accountability, with all agencies subject to mandatory transparency mechanisms accessible to citizens. Do you agree with this approach, Mr. Gonzalez?
**Mr. Gonzalez:**
**(Mr. Gonzalez responds, discussing the potential drawbacks of eliminating independent institutions. He may highlight concerns about potential politicization, loss of specialized expertise, and reduced autonomy in upholding transparency standards.)
**Host:** Dr. Ramirez, can you shed light on the role of independent institutions like the INAI in a democratic society?
**Dr. Ramirez:**
**(Dr. Ramirez discusses the critical role of independent institutions in safeguarding democracy and promoting good governance. She may elaborate on the importance of checks and balances, unbiased investigations, and protection against political interference.)**
**(Section 3: Implications for the Future)**
**Host:**
Looking ahead, what are the potential consequences of this decision for Mexico’s fight against corruption and its commitment to open government, both Dr. Ramirez and Mr. Gonzalez?
**(Both guests respond, sharing their insights on the long-term impacts of this decision on Mexican society. They may discuss concerns about silencing dissent, weakening democratic institutions, and the potential for future abuse within centralized control.)**
**(Closing)**
**Host:** Thank you both for sharing your valuable perspectives on this complex issue. This decision undeniably raises important questions about the balancing act between government oversight and the critical role of independent institutions in upholding transparency and accountability. It remains to be seen how this development will shape Mexico’s future.
