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Mexico supports small-scale farmers to strengthen its agriculture sector
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Since 2013 Mexico has achieved significant agricultural export growth, reversing a trade deficit in agricultural products that almost reached $5bn in 2012. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (Secretaría de Agricultura y Desarrollo Rural, SADER), the sector posted a net trade surplus of $5.8bn in 2018, up 10.8% from $5.3bn in 2017. This new chapter of export success…

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Digital and precision farming to bolster agriculture globally
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Against a backdrop of increasingly severe and financially straining climate events and natural disasters, technology is poised to play an important role in maintaining and improving global agricultural output. The adoption of digital and precision farming practices has been shown to improve crop resiliency, and boost productivity and incomes, particularly in emerging markets where small-scale…

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Medical technology leads to improved patient care and cost savings
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Rising health care costs, ageing populations and changing lifestyles in emerging economies are stoking demand for medical technology (medtech) solutions. These entail not just smart devices that remotely monitor and transmit biometric data, but any instance of technology that helps to deliver health services. These initiatives are happening everywhere, but there are significant differences…

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Mexico's government aims to achieve universal health access
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Steady progress has been made in the expansion and modernisation of Mexico’s health care sector in recent years, though there remains room for improvement. According to the 2017 National Survey of Employees and Social Security published by Mexico’s National Institute of Statistics and Geography, the percentage of the population covered by health services increased from 59.9% in 2009 to…

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Investment in education technology surges around the world
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In an era marked by profound technological disruption and intense global competition in new frontier industries, emerging markets are striving to improve and adapt their education systems to reconcile the demands of the modern economy and the needs of citizens. As such, innovative solutions are being developed to address barriers within traditional education systems. Therefore, education technology…

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Education reforms in Mexico to raise attendance and graduation rates
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The move towards digitalisation and ongoing efforts to close the gap between urban and rural access to education could provide greater opportunities for Mexican youths. As part of the Fourth Transformation (4T), President Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) redesigned the education reform that was introduced by the previous administration. Consequently, significant changes are expected to be introduced…

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Mexico aims to improve public finances without raising tax rates
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Mexico’s GDP growth has slowed in recent years, from 2.3% in 2017 to 2% in 2018, and it is estimated to reach 1.6% in 2019, lower than expected given the economic reforms implemented by former President Enrique Peña Nieto between 2012 and 2018. Although GDP is anticipated to expand by 1.9% in 2020, more needs to be done to create the conditions necessary for recovery. Annual inflation has…

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Facts for visitors: Essential things to know for new arrivals
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Language Spanish is the official language of Mexico and is spoken throughout the country. However, there are as many as 62 dialects, the most widely spoken being Náhuatl, Maya and Mixteco. Though English is spoken in many places – especially among government officials and business executives – it is advisable to learn some basic Spanish before arrival. Transport There are 77 airports…

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Directory of public and private entities in Mexico
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GOVERNMENT MINISTRIES & AGENCIES Ministry of Agrarian, Territorial & Urban Development +52 55 5624 0000 Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Development +52 55 3871b1000 Ministry of Communications & Transport +52 55 5723 9300 Ministry of Culture +52 55 4155 0200 Ministry of Economy +52 55 5729 9100 Ministry of Energy +52 55 5000 6000 Ministry of Environment & Natural Resources +52…

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Hotels around Mexico
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Mexico City Hotel Ignacia Guest House Jalapa 208B Colonia Roma Norte, Cuauhtémoc 6700 T: +52 55 5584 2681/ 2121 0966 www.ignacia.mx hola@ignacia.mx Rooms: Five suites with individual colour themes. Business & Conference Facilities: Library and garden offer a quiet place to meet. Health & Leisure Facilities: Quiet garden, cozy living room and a small library. Guest Services: Free wireless…