International city networks have become the new political infrastructure of the 21st century. They are spaces where local governments cooperate to influence rules, attract financing, share technical capabilities, and accelerate projects. They do not replace national diplomacy; they make it operational on the ground. In an era where supply chains, energy transition, and water security are decided by logistics corridors and metropolitan regions, the key question is no longer wh

In 2026, Mexico is striving to sustain its nearshoring strategy while the world becomes increasingly protectionist and volatile. On that chessboard, India emerges as an unconventional but extraordinarily valuable partner for a modern strategy—not only in trade, but through cities. The key question is no longer whether Mexico and India maintain good diplomatic relations; it is whether Monterrey, Guadalajara, Mexico City, Pune, Bengaluru, or Hyderabad can build urban bridges—ba