A severe blow to Mexico: the Nissan and Mercedes-Benz COMPAS factory in Aguascalientes will close in 2026.
The alliance between Nissan and Mercedes-Benz, which once represented a new industrial era in Mexico, will come to an end. Cooperation Manufacturing Plant Aguascalientes, known as COMPAS, announced it will close operations on May 31, 2026, according to a statement signed by its steering committee and confirmed by the state’s Secretary General of Government, José […]
Iron Maiden returns to Mexico: date, tickets, and everything you need to know
The legendary British band Iron Maiden confirmed their return to Mexico as part of their Run for Your Lives World Tour 2026, which promises to be one of the most anticipated concerts for heavy metal fans. The date will be Friday, October 2, 2026, at the GNP Seguros Stadium in Mexico City, where fans will […]
Mexico reiterates its rejection of the UN procedure on enforced disappearances in the country.
The Mexican government reiterated its rejection of the allegations made by the Committee against Enforced Disappearances (CED), which for the first time brought the crisis of disappearances in the country before the UN General Assembly. It considers there to be evidence of a “widespread” and/or “systematic” practice of enforced disappearances in the country. The Ministry […]
Reflections on the Left in Mexico
Left and right have been symbols of political orientation from their origins in the Constituent Assembly of the French Revolution until today. In the years since then, there have been various shifts in meaning. However, as Norberto Bobbio writes in his book “Left and Right,” the former has favored solidarity and the elimination of social […]
Catrina procession to boost Mexico’s tourism promotion; Oppo to broadcast live
Day of the Dead and tourism. The 12th edition of the Mega Procession of the Catrinas, which will take place this weekend in Mexico City, will once again be a great opportunity to promote Mexico and its culture, both nationally and internationally, according to its founder and producer, Jessica Esquivias. “The day after last year’s […]
Fear of insecurity in Mexico grows to 63% in the third quarter of 2025, warns INEGI
Fear of crime and the prevalence of insecurity escalated again in Mexico during the third quarter of 2025. According to the National Urban Public Security Survey (ENSU), prepared by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI), 63% of the adult population in urban areas considers living in their city unsafe. This figure represents an […]
Depeche Mode and Mexico unite with death cult
In addition to the affection of their fans and decades of support, Depeche Mode is linked to Mexico by its cult of death.“Memento Mori” is the name of the English band’s latest album and also of their tour at the then-Foro Sol, a relationship and a concert captured in the documentary “Depeche Mode: M.”Directed by […]
Mexico and the USMCA renegotiation: A SWOT analysis
Mexico seeks “the smallest possible disadvantage” in the new North American trade order. We have transitioned from a system where we competed based on comparative advantages—cost, quality, geography—to one where we negotiate to minimize damage. Mexico’s SWOT analysis of the USMCA renegotiation reveals a country with valuable cards but playing defensively. Mexico maintains a privileged […]
Formula 1 celebrates 10 years in Mexico and contributes $152.799 billion to the economy.
Although the Mexico City Grand Prix has been surrounded by debate and even threatened to disappear a few years ago, it has now established itself as one of the most profitable sports businesses in the country. Formula 1 celebrates 10 years since its return to the Mexican capital, with an economic impact that already exceeds […]