Marco Rubio’s appointment as U.S. Secretary of State signals a shift in foreign policy towards Latin America, especially focusing on Cuba, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. Tensions are expected between Mexico and the U.S. regarding trade policies and support for these nations, impacting the CUSMA/USMCA/T-MEC agreement and potentially leading to significant diplomatic conflicts.
The piece discusses Mexico’s potential for economic growth while addressing President Sheinbaum’s goals for inclusive development and social programs. It critiques past government failures, emphasizing the need for clear rules, trust, and a focus on productivity to harmonize social benefits and economic progress. Successful transformations rely on stable, supportive government policies.
The document outlines the 2025 Economic Package’s main points, including a detailed macroeconomic framework, fiscal deficit, income, and federal law of rights. It discusses proposed budget expenditures across various sectors, focusing on social programs and infrastructure projects, while also addressing fiscal challenges and legislative processes involved in the budget implementation.
Moody’s Ratings ha colocado la calificación de México en perspectiva negativa, advirtiendo sobre la posibilidad de degradar su deuda soberana. Las preocupaciones incluyen el déficit fiscal y la destrucción del marco institucional, lo que podría afectar el acuerdo comercial con EE. UU. y Canadá, así como la inversión extranjera y el crecimiento económico.
Moody’s Rating has placed Mexico’s credit rating on a negative outlook due to concerns over fiscal deficits, institutional integrity, and governance issues, potentially impacting trade agreements with the US and Canada. The government’s 2025 economic package lacks a solid growth strategy and ignores critical economic threats, which could lead to a severe recession.
The value of a nation is often mismeasured, with natural resources playing a limited role in prosperity compared to education, technology, and strong institutions. Mexico’s recent decline in global standing, driven by institutional decay and electoral manipulation, highlights the importance of maintaining democratic frameworks and citizen rights for true national wealth.
Ricardo Pascoe Pierce Andrés Manuel López Obrador in Mexico and Evo Morales in Bolivia are “active” former presidents. Evo Morales has launched his supporters to try to take over La Paz, the capital of Bolivia, and military barracks, confronting Luis Arce, the current Bolivian President …
Ricardo Pascoe Pierce “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.” Lord Acton (1834-1902) An anti-centralist consensus animated the drafting of the 1917 Constitution. The Mexican Revolution pushed an agenda against centralism, whose public face was the government of Porfirio Díaz. The popular tributaries …
The budget serves as a crucial indicator of a government’s priorities and its ability to address past burdens while ensuring future growth. In Mexico, the focus should be on education, health, infrastructure, and security to foster development. Without security, progress in other areas remains unattainable, necessitating a balanced budget approach.
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