When people claim that Mexico has less of a football tradition than the major powers, it’s impossible to ignore the various aspects that make the Aztec nation one of the most football-mad. That’s why it’s worth remembering the first World Cup, when the Mexican national team traveled for nearly a month to participate in the […]
Mexico’s Long War: Drugs, Crime, and the Cartels
Mexican authorities have been waging a deadly battle against drug cartels for two decades, with limited success. Thousands of Mexicans—including politicians, students, and journalists—die in the conflict every year. Mexico has seen more than 463,000 homicides since 2006, when the government of President Felipe Calderón first declared war on the cartels. The United States has […]
Mexico has favorable conditions, but it is not growing due to internal problems
Mexico possesses conditions that, in theory, should boost its economic growth; however, these factors have not translated into sustained economic dynamism, according to The Economist in its latest publication. Nearshoring, the relocation of supply chains resulting from tensions between the United States and China, has favored the establishment of new factories in North America, the […]
Has it arrived in Mexico yet? What is known about the new variant of Covid-19, BA.3.2 or “Cicada”: these are the symptoms
The emergence of new COVID-19 variants continues to be monitored internationally, and one that has recently garnered the most attention is the BA.3.2 variant, also known as “Cicada.” This lineage, derived from Omicron, has generated interest among health authorities due to its rapid spread and genetic characteristics. Although it is not considered a more dangerous […]
Financial inclusion in Mexico is shifting from traditional banks to apps.
Financial inclusion in Mexico has faced the same fundamental problem for years: not everyone plays by the same rules. While one part of the country has access to credit, savings, and planning tools, another continues to operate in cash, without a credit history and without room for growth. This gap is not new, but it […]
Vesta Stock Real Estate Corporation: Key Insights for North American Investors in Mexico’s Industrial Real Estate Sector
Vesta’s business revolves around acquiring land, developing state-of-the-art industrial parks, and leasing them to blue-chip tenants under long-term operating leases. This model generates predictable rental income, insulated from construction market volatility once properties are stabilized. The portfolio spans 16 Mexican states, strategically positioned to serve key economic hubs like Monterrey, Mexico City, Tijuana, and Guadalajara. […]
China’s revenge against Panama is a warning sign for Brazil, Colombia, and Mexico.
Exercising sovereignty infuriates China. This year, Panama regained control of the Cristobal and Balboa ports, formerly operated by CK Hutchinson, a Hong Kong-based company. Beijing responded with retaliation and intimidation. China has intensified the detention of Panamanian-flagged vessels in its ports under the pretext of state control of the port. The objective is to punish […]
Peyote, a protected cactus in Mexico: having it at home is illegal and fines can exceed $100,000
A package arriving at the Querétaro Intercontinental Airport in Mexico was concealing something. The sender intended to smuggle eight cacti, which are protected in that country. Having one of these cacti at home is already illegal; imagine the consequences of trying to sell them. The fines are hefty. When airport authorities, the Federal Attorney for […]
“In return”: It is revealed that the Kast government did not inform Mexico and Brazil of the withdrawal of support for Bachelet.
This Sunday, it was revealed that the Chilean Ministry of Foreign Affairs deliberately failed to inform Brazil and Mexico that it would withdraw its support for former President Michelle Bachelet’s candidacy for Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN). They claim it was a reciprocal gesture. It’s worth recalling that on March 24, the government of […]
These shampoos are very popular in Mexico and contain ingredients that damage the scalp: Profeco says not to buy them
The Federal Consumer Protection Agency (Profeco) has intensified its oversight of the personal hygiene market in Mexico, scrutinizing products that, despite their enormous popularity, could be compromising the health of citizens. In an economic environment where spending on personal care represents a significant portion of the family budget, transparency regarding chemical components becomes vital. It […]