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Mexico Invests $7.5 Billion in New Trade Corridor to Challenge Panama Canal
Mexico is taking a bold step with a $7.5 billion investment aimed at providing an alternative to the Panama Canal. The initiative seeks to transform the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, a narrow strip of land between the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, into a pivotal logistics and transportation hub. This ambitious project includes upgrading…
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Mexico’s $29B Maya Train Project Faces Environmental and Cultural Challenges Ahead of Completion
The Maya Train, a $29 billion infrastructure project in Mexico, is set to open its first phase in December 2023 and aims for full completion by February 2024. The train is designed to connect tourist destinations such as Cancun, Tulum, and Merida, promoting economic growth and dispersing wealth across the region. However, concerns have been…