Colima remains “the least peaceful state” in Mexico for the fourth consecutive year.

According to the Mexico Peace Index, presented by the Institute for Economics and Peace, Colima “remains the least peaceful state for the fourth consecutive year,” plagued by the struggle for control over the port of Manzanillo for the trafficking of fentanyl chemical precursors. In this context, Manzanillo recorded—for the second consecutive year—one of the highest […]

Colima will be painted in vibrant colors for Pride 2026!

Throughout May and June, Colima will celebrate inclusion and freedom. Amidst beaches, charming towns, and traditional gastronomy, the destination invites locals and visitors to join the 2026 LGBT+ Pride Marches—a series of events aimed at raising visibility for the struggle for sexual diversity rights and fostering spaces of respect, expression, and community. This year, the […]

The “Open Frequency” festival begins on May 27th

The “Open Frequency” Festival will kick off in the municipality of Colima on May 27th, taking place at various cultural venues and featuring local artists. The activities, which cost 160 pesos, will begin at 8:00 PM and continue on May 28th, June 19th and 27th, concluding on July 24th. On May 27th, the band Bionics […]

Colima, Tamaulipas and Chiapas start the year with the largest industrial increases

Last January, Colima registered a 14.8% year-on-year growth in its industrial activity, followed by Tamaulipas with 11.3% and Chiapas with 10.3%, according to data from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI). In Colima, the secondary sector advanced thanks to the boost from the port of Manzanillo, explained analyst Kristobal Meléndez. It’s worth noting […]

Bananas in Colima are produced for 4 pesos and sold for 3.

Banana producers in Tecomán are facing one of the most difficult periods for the sector, currently selling below the cost of production. This situation has plunged the banana industry into crisis and, according to producer Jorge González, could be linked to national market distortions, including the long-standing issue of so-called “huachicol” bananas coming from the […]

180 Years of the Colima Seminary

Around the anniversary of the founding of the Colima Seminary, I had the honor of being invited to give a talk about this century-old institution, which has been responsible for the formation of hundreds of priests throughout its 180 years of existence. It was precisely at the Cobano Seminary facilities that, on Thursday, May 7th, […]