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Measuring Mexico’s soft power after the World Cup
Was it all worth it?
Jul 20
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The Mexico Political Economist in the summer
MXPE wants to know how you spend your holiday reading time.
Jul 14
Mexico hits back at US
Timing of legal moves hint at a drive for self-defense by the ruling Morena party's big wigs, as much as a push for national defense.
Jul 13
5
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Traditional data centres are worthless to Mexico. AI data centres might revolutionise its industry
How a country with very little artificial intelligence use can benefit from the AI boom.
Jul 8
6
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No, the US hasn’t left the USMCA. This is what’s happening
By playing the long game, Trump puts pressure on Mexico—potentially self-sabotaging his own economy.
Jul 6
4
The investments needed to get Mexico’s trains back on track
Mexican rail infrastructure is deeply flawed—its also patently fixable.
Jul 1
6
June 2026
New political parties in Mexico show pre-existing muscle, not ideas, are the route to power
Two out of 86 applicants managed to get approval from Mexico’s electoral agency.
Jun 30
3
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What’s stopping trains from becoming Mexico’s economic driver
Government and private sector wrestle for joint custody of the unfulfilled golden boy of Mexican transport.
Jun 24
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Sheinbaum: Bukele light?
Debating whether Mexico’s murder is linked to mass incarceration.
Jun 23
4
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FIFA’s greed provides an opening to American football in Mexico
When it comes down to squeezing fans, the NFL is extraction done right.
Jun 17
7
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AI Bubble Indicator: When US investors turn to Mexico
Mexican pension funds are notoriously conservative. Big tech funds courting them is a sign—but what does it mean?
Jun 16
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Electronics: Mexico’s new export darling is an old nemesis in disguise
Computers are now worth more than auto exports; they are only a fraction as beneficial to Mexico’s economy.
Jun 10
14
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