Under its constitution, adopted on February 5, 1917, Mexico is a federal democratic republic, but until the mid-1990s, a single party, the PRI (Partido Revolucionario Institucional), totally dominated state and federal elective offices....

Mexico’s climate ranges from temperate to tropical, depending on the altitude. Mexico City, high above sea level at the same latitude as Hawaii and Bombay, has moderate temperatures year-round. By contrast, Guadalajara, the next-largest...

Mexico can be divided into seven regions: Baja California, the North, the Pacific coast, the central coast, the central highlands, the South, and the Yucatán Peninsula. Except for Baja California, each of these regions is home to at...

Mexico is one of the most populous countries in the world. At four times the size of Spain, it’s one of the largest. Geographically, it’s also one of the most diverse countries. It includes nearly every geological formation found in the...

Mexico has a relatively small middle class of managers and educated workers, although there is an abundant supply of young and unskilled labor. Learn more about regional differences in Mexico and how these distinctions impact the...

Wondering about the best way to establish a new business contact and set up a meeting? Learn more about the importance of introductions, utilizing contacts, as well as local expectations for first meetings and attitudes toward...

In Mexico, networks, informally called camarillas, are essential to doing business. Learn more about how power and influence are established and how to develop trust through local networks. Explore how politicians traditionally wielded...

Mexican production facilities known as maquiladoras have become a regular feature on the Mexican business landscape, particularly in the northern Mexico-Texas border towns. Learn more about how these mainly US-run production facilities...

As in much of Latin America, business relationships in Mexico are built on a strong foundation of trust. Learn about the importance of patience, networking, and taking the time to get to know your business counterpart, especially in a...

Business cards are widely used in Mexico. When doing business in Mexico, be sure to bring a large supply of business cards that clearly state your name, title, and company details. Learn more about this important custom, understand...

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An animated video infographic showing every terrorist attack with more than 20 deaths between 1/12/2000 and 11/13/2015.

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