Mexico has embarked on an ambitious project to transform its Port of Manzanillo, strategically located on the Pacific coast, into Latin America's premier maritime logistics hub. This substantial port expansion, backed by a $3.243 billion investment, is a key infrastructure initiative under President Claudia Sheinbaum's administration.
Mexico's central bank, Banxico, has reported a second consecutive monthly decline in remittances sent by its citizens working abroad. In February, transfers totaled $4.45 billion, a decrease from $4.66 billion in January and $5.2 billion in December. This downturn follows a record-breaking $64.7 billion in remittances received in 2024.
In the first three months of 2025, Jalisco's airports in Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta saw a total of 6.7 million passengers, a 6 percent rise compared to the same period in the previous year. This data, provided by Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico, highlights the state's strong position as a tourist destination.
Tren Maya launched its first express service between Cancún and Mérida on April 14, 2025, cutting travel time by 30 minutes. With no stops along the way, this non-stop route boosts speed and convenience while expanding access to key cultural and tourist destinations in the Yucatán Peninsula.
To strengthen Jalisco’s leadership in tech and innovation, Governor Pablo Lemus visited the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, aiming to boost collaboration in AI and semiconductors. The visit marks a key step in expanding global partnerships for the state’s growing tech sector.
Mexico’s avocado industry is on track for another strong year in 2025, with production expected to rise 3% and exports growing 5%, fueled by strong demand from the US. As global appetite for avocados continues to climb, Mexico remains the world’s top producer and exporter of the popular fruit.
Chivas will return to their legendary home, Estadio Jalisco, while Estadio Akron undergoes a $12.4 million renovation ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The upgrades promise cutting-edge technology, FIFAPro hybrid grass, and a next-level fan experience for future matches.
Jalisco strengthened its role as one of Mexico’s top job creators in early 2025, generating 28,754 new positions from January to March. Thanks to its growing economy, 13 out of every 100 new jobs were created in Jalisco, securing its spot as #2 nationwide.
For March 2025, the total number of terminal passengers at GAP’s 12 Mexican airports increased by 7.0%, compared to March 2024. Guadalajara, Tijuana, and Los Cabos airports presented an increase in passenger traffic of 10.4%, 5.6%, and 3.5% respectively, compared to March 2024.
Mexico secured a key trade win as President Claudia Sheinbaum celebrated the country's exemption from Trump's sweeping new tariffs. Thanks to USMCA, most Mexican exports remain unaffected, though auto, steel, and aluminum face separate levies. The government plans new policies to strengthen local industries.
