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On December 15, 2025, the Mexican Navy held a keel-laying ceremony for the ARM Yuca, an OPV2025-class ocean patrol vessel, at Naval Shipyard Number One in Salina Cruz, Oaxaca. This event marks the beginning of construction for seven new generation ships aimed at enhancing maritime security and combating illegal fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. The initiative aligns with the Navy's commitment to uphold the rule of law at sea and contribute to national development.