Mexico Roundup: Australian surfers murdered, visa restrictions, Israeli military assault

Australian surfers murdered

Australian surfer Callum Robinson, who had ties to Wilmington, was one of three surfers brutally murdered in Mexico. He was known for his passion for lacrosse and spreading the sport to kids. Last week, the bodies of Callum, aged 33, his brother Jake, aged 30, and Jack Carter Rhoad, also 30, were tragically discovered. Investigators have revealed that the Robinson brothers, both Australian nationals, and Rhoad, an American, were victims of gunshot wounds. Their remains were located approximately 50 feet below the surface of a well, as reported by the Associated Press. The trio had last been seen enjoying surfing and camping activities along the Mexican coast, south of Ensenada.

Chinese EV maker BYD to launch first pickup truck in Mexico

Chinese EV maker BYD is set to launch its first pickup truck, the BYD Shark, in Mexico on May 14. The new vehicle, based on BYD's DMO platform, will be larger than the Toyota Hilux and aimed primarily at overseas markets. According to Mexico News Daily, BYD plans to build a factory in Mexico to produce 150,000 vehicles per year for the Mexican market. However, the Mexican government has announced it will not be offering incentives to Chinese EV makers. Despite lacklustre first-quarter sales, BYD is moving forward with its plans for expansion in Mexico.

Visa requirements for Peruvians

Mexico has implemented visa requirements for Peruvians in response to a surge in migration, closing off the option of flying to a Mexican city near the U.S. border. U.S. officials praised the crackdown on air travel to address illegal migration, but critics believe it will lead to more dangerous choices. As reported by Fox News, the visa requirement was in response to a significant increase in illegal migration from Peru, prompting a response from Peru. The crackdown on air travel from Peru to Mexico has caused migrants to seek alternative, more perilous routes to reach the U.S. and has led to concerns about the safety of migrants.

Sierra Metals converts resources to reserves for Mexico mines

Sierra Metals has successfully converted a significant portion of the resources at its Yauricocha and Bolivar underground polymetallic mines into reserves. In Mexico, Yauricocha now boasts 6.4 million tonnes of proven and probable reserves, ensuring a mine life of five years. Meanwhile, at the Bolivar mine in Peru, the update reveals proven and probable reserves totalling 5.6 million tonnes, sustaining operations for three years. Sierra Metals anticipates ongoing replenishment of mineral resources through exploration endeavours, as noted by The Northern Miner.

Mexico condemns Israeli military assault on Rafah

Mexico has strongly condemned the Israeli military assault on the city of Rafah and called for a ceasefire. The government denounces the attacks on civilians and expresses deep concern for the catastrophic consequences on their lives. Gob.mx reports that this comes after the Palestinian Hamas Resistance group carried out an operation against the occupying entity, leading to a genocidal war. Israel's intensified atrocities have led to a high number of casualties and a complete siege on Gaza, impacting the lives of over two million Palestinians.