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

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

Female labor migration between Mexico and the United States is no longer a marginal trend—it has become a strategic engine reshaping both countries’ economic and social structures. Today, more than ever, migrant women are not just part of the workforce; they are agents of change transforming communities, local economies, and family dynamics through their integration into key sectors such as caregiving, healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, and technology. However, their rol

Today, over 38 million people of Mexican origin live in the United States, making up the largest Latino community in the country and one of the most influential diasporas in the world. Far from being a passive demographic, this diaspora has evolved into a strategic force that strengthens U.S.–Mexico relations across economic, political, and cultural dimensions—especially as both nations face challenges in immigration, trade, and global competitiveness. In 2024, remittances

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

For a long time considered geopolitical margins, cities along the Mexico–United States border are no longer just buffer zones — they are becoming real laboratories for binational innovation. In 2025, the evidence is clearer than ever: from Tijuana to Brownsville, and including Nogales and El Paso, these urban centers are taking the lead in testing public policies, urban technologies, and new models of international collaboration. This is no coincidence; it is the natural resu

In a global context marked by climate crises, uncontrolled urban sprawl, and growing socio-environmental inequalities, Mexico and the United States are beginning to realize that urban development can no longer come at the expense of the environment. Green infrastructure—urban parks, vertical gardens, green roofs, and sustainable drainage systems—is no longer ornamental; it is a core strategy to improve public health, reduce climate vulnerability, and revitalize local economie

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, the Mexican diaspora is not only one of the largest migrant communities in the world but also an emerging political, economic, and cultural force redefining the nation's borders. Over 38 million people of Mexican origin live outside the country—primarily in the United States, but increasingly in Europe, Canada, and Central America. This transnational collective, often referred to as “State 33,” symbolizes a new geopolitical actor influencing binational decisions, rem

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...

In 2025, the narrative of gender equality in entrepreneurship appears to be gaining traction, but the numbers paint a less optimistic...

At the border that unites—rather than separates—Mexico and the United States, a strategic race is underway to modernize freight transportation systems. Logistical efficiency is no longer just a competitive advantage; it is now an essential condition for sustaining the most intense commercial activity in the Western Hemisphere. With over $1.4 trillion in bilateral trade in 2024, the region has reached record levels of exchange, driven by nearshoring, trade digitalization, and