The magazine that analyzes the power of Mexican municipalities in the economy, governance and Mexico's relationship with the world.

In today’s landscape of Mexico–U.S. relations, where migration tensions and economic negotiations often dominate the agenda, culture has emerged as a surprisingly powerful vehicle of integration. Among all Mexican states, Jalisco stands out for its iconic contributions: mariachi music, charros, and tequila. These cultural expressions have not only survived in Texas—they’ve taken root, serving as tools of cultural diplomacy and drivers of binational economic development. In

Amid a global context marked by climate challenges, migration, and social inequality, binational foundations have emerged as key players at the intersection of philanthropy and citizen diplomacy. In particular, Jalisco and Texas—sister regions with deep migratory, commercial, and cultural ties—intensified their unprecedented collaboration in 2024 through social and environmental projects led by mixed-origin foundations. These organizations are driven by business leaders, acad

In a binational context shaped by migration, insecurity, and inequality, visual arts education has emerged as a powerful tool for social cohesion, cultural identity, and economic development along the U.S.–Mexico border. In 2024, the region witnessed a notable surge in public and private programs focused on youth art education, led by municipal governments, universities, and cross-border cultural organizations. Cities such as Tijuana, Ciudad Juárez, Nogales, San Diego, and El

Amid global trade tensions and the urgent need to strengthen regional value chains, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) along the...

In an era marked by climate emergency, tourism—one of the most dynamic economic sectors on the continent—faces an unavoidable dilemma: adapt to the change or become unsustainable. Between Mexico and the United States, two nations tied by massive tourism flows and shared biodiversity, the development of sustainable tourism infrastructure is no longer a strategic option but an urgent economic, environmental, and social necessity. From Baja California to Florida, passing through

Along the shared margins of Mexico and the United States, border municipalities are facing a colossal challenge: managing the growing complexity of migration dynamics. In 2024, the northern border witnessed one of the most intense migratory flows of the past decade. According to data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Mexico’s National Migration Institute (INM), there were over 2.5 million encounters with migrants along the border. Of those, 61% came from count

Along the 3,200-kilometer corridor that both divides and connects Mexico and the United States—through deserts, industrial cities, and binational communities—public safety has evolved from a domestic matter into a shared priority. Historically plagued by organized crime, human trafficking, and the illegal flow of drugs, weapons, and money, the border region is now witnessing a shift: in 2024, binational public safety initiatives became permanent structures designed to anticip

In an era defined by institutional transformation and growing demands for governments to be more inclusive, efficient, and citizen-centered, female mayors in Mexico and the United States are emerging as powerful agents of structural change. These women are not only governing with a different perspective—they are actively reshaping traditional models of local politics by promoting participatory approaches centered on equity, sustainability, and technology. In 2024, the numbe

In 2025, North America is experiencing an industrial renaissance that would have seemed unlikely just a decade ago. Driven by the...

As 2025 unfolds, the cities of Hermosillo, Sonora, and Tucson, Arizona—two of the most vital urban centers in the Sonoran Desert—are...