Mexico
The original report was published in the USA Today on Thursday, May 31, 2012
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Whoever wins the elections on July 1 will take over a vibrant country on course to become one of the world's top ten economies
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Assistance and hard facts are on hand for those looking at Mexico's proactive business climate
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Business tips - Hierarchical relationships are greatly respected in Mexico, both in business and society
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"Mexico is a big secret...
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The Principal Financial Group is a recognized world leader in savings, pensions and investment programs. With an inimitable track record, it has assets of US$319 billion and is poised to make further significant inroads among Mexico's new middle class, as well as among small and medium-sized businesses seeking first-class guidance
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Mexican brokerage firm Vector Casa de Bolsa is committed to accompanying its clients on the path to low-risk financial success
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A growing awareness of the value of insurance, and simple demographics, point to further growth for Qualitas, Mexico's leading auto insurance provider
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Naviera Armamex is a trustworthy shipping company that has been creating bespoke solutions for clients to move oil, bulk and oversized items throughout the Caribbean
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Great efforts have been made to increase results throughout Mexico’s education sector
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The Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon (UANL) is one of the country's best schools, located in one of its most prosperous cities
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One of the top seats of learning in the country, the Universidad Juarez Autonoma de Tabasco is strengthening its international links and mentoring the next generation of talent
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Mexico's patient files are now firmly uploaded into the 21st century, thanks to
Health Digital Systems' (HDS) specialized software platform
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With advanced freezing technology, and organic, pesticide-free produce, La Huerta is one of Mexico's most impressive frozen food companies
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With nearly 6,000 miles of coastline, three enormous mountain ranges, and dozens of World Heritage Sites, Mexico merits more than just a quick weekend break. It would take months to explore all of its enthralling nooks and crannies - perhaps this is why so many people begin planning their next Mexican trip before they've even unpacked their bags
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Mexico's bid to become one of the world's top five tourism destinations is looking good as promotion of its diverse and unique culture adds to the appeal of its famous beach resorts
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Over the centuries, Mexicans have made an outstanding contribution to the arts
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Consumer confidence is gaining momentum as optimism for the future buoys the Mexican economy
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Reforms have helped Mexico fortify its financial system and develop its financial markets. Now the scale and scope of the banking sector needs to expand
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Having learned the lessons of the past and tightened up on regulation, Mexico can anticipate a bright future for its banking sector, says the CEO of the country-s leading financial institution
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 Carlos Bremer Gutierrez, CEO of Value Grupo Financiero Investment house Value Grupo Financiero is the nation's leader in maximizing long-term returns
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Caja Popular Mexicana is gaining force as a smart alternative to traditional banking, reaching markets formerly inaccessible to financial institutions and treating its clients as owners
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Located on Paseo de la Reforma, one of Mexico City's best addresses, Plaza Suites offers guests a modern, comfortable and safe place to stay for as long as
they require
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Established 65 years ago, ICA is Mexico's most highly-regarded construction company
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Mexico's leading petrochemical developer Grupo Idesa is creating the country's largest private petrochemical facility in partnership with Braskem
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The Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla (BUAP) has sent six researchers to help with the world-famous Large Hadron Collider (CERN) project in Geneva, Switzerland, typifying the university's commitment to excellence
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 Dr. Enrique Fernandez Fassnacht, Rector of UAM Innovation and creativity thrive at the five campuses of the Metropolitan Autonomous University (UAM), where the faculty and student body work closely together to advance research programs
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Mexico is on the verge of providing universal healthcare through a major reform program that has extended government-funded health services to millions of its poorest citizens
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A unique fusion of indigenous and European influences, Mexican food has even made it onto UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage
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Anyone who's ever made Mexican food at home - whether it be enchiladas, tacos, burritos or mole, for example - has probably held at one time or another a tin or jar with the La Costeña label on it
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The state of Sinaloa is stepping up investment in the tourism sector, promoting not only its jewel in the crown Mazatlan, but also its myriad other appeals, including archeological sites, culture, flora and fauna
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The inspiring story of a businessman who beat the odds to build a unique mountain resort that aims to provide spiritual refreshment for its guests and to set an example in co-existence between man and the environment to the world
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LOCATION:
Middle America, bordering the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, between Belize and the United States and bordering the North Pacific Ocean, between Guatemala and the United States
CAPITAL:
Mexico City (Distrito Federal)
AREA - comparative:
slightly less than three times the size of Texas
POPULATION:
113,724,226 (July 2011 est.)
GDP - composition by sector:
agriculture: 3.9%
industry: 32.6%
services: 63.5% (2010 est.)
AGRICULTURE - products:
corn, wheat, soybeans, rice, beans, cotton, coffee, fruit, tomatoes; beef, poultry, dairy products; wood products
INDUSTRIES:
food and beverages, tobacco, chemicals, iron and steel, petroleum, mining, textiles, clothing, motor vehicles, consumer durables, tourism
EXPORTS:
$298.5 billion (2010 est.)
country comparison to the world: 15
$229.7 billion (2009 est.)
EXPORTS - commodities:
manufactured goods, oil and oil products, silver, fruits, vegetables, coffee, cotton
EXPORTS - partners:
US 80.6% (2009)
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