Headline:President Sheinbaum Queries fentanyl-lab-report/” title=”Carlos Slim's Stake in The New York Times: Sheinbaum Calls for Review After Fentanyl Lab Report”>Carlos Slim‘s Ties with The New York Times Amid Fentanyl Report
In a morning press conference, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum responded to questions about Carlos Slim’s ties with The New York Times, stating that she was uncertain if the Mexican businessman and magnate still held shares in the prominent US media outlet.
"I’m not sure if Slim still has the shares," Sheinbaum admitted, before being informed by a reporter that Slim had sold a portion of his stake in 2017, leaving him with an 8% interest, down from his previous 13%. The president acknowledged this, stating, "I thought he no longer had any, but we should look into it to ensure we can provide accurate information."
The discussion surrounding Slim’s connection to The New York Times comes amidst the US publication’s recent report detailing the alleged production of fentanyl in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico. President Sheinbaum has previously questioned the credibility of this report, assembling a panel of experts in a press conference to explain the complex process of fentanyl production and the associated risks.
Among these specialists was Lt. Juana Peñaloza of the Mexican Navy, who refuted the New York Times’ claims regarding the domestic production of fentanyl. When asked about Slim’s potential influence over the New York Times’ reporting, President Sheinbaum asserted, "I don’t believe The New York Times would be used by a Mexican businessman. Our stance on the report’s credibility is based on two main points: the importance of accurate information and the need for a strategic approach to combating fentanyl production."
Sheinbaum emphasized that fentanyl cannot be produced safely without proper security measures, as it poses significant risks to those involved. To raise awareness about this issue, the president debuted a miniseries in her morning press conference, aiming to educate the public about various aspects of fentanyl use and its implications.
President Sheinbaum’s comments regarding Carlos Slim’s potential ties with The New York Times come as Mexico faces increased scrutiny over its role in the international fentanyl crisis. As the debate surrounding the New York Times’ report continues, the Mexican president remains committed to ensuring accurate information and employing strategic measures to combat the deadly opioid epidemic.
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