Mexico

Mexican Politicians Consider Raising Country's Minimum Wage

Mexican politicians are considering raising the country's minimum wage, which is one of the lowest in Latin America.

Rio de Janeiro, The Bahamas and Eight More Vacation Spots That Draw Hispanic Millennials

Urban areas with large Hispanic populations tend to draw more Hispanic vacationers, compared to other destinations in the U.S. And when traveling abroad, Hispanics like to go where they have a semblance of kinship and relative roots.

'La Bestia': Mexico Prevents Immigrants from Climbing on Train

New efforts to curtail the number of immigrants riding the train "La Bestia" to the U.S. border have begun to bear fruit.

Immigration News 2014: Border Patrol Caught Over 5,000 Undocumented Children in July, Smaller Number Possibly Caused by Anti-Smuggling Efforts

Less unaccompanied and undocumented children have been detained at the border with Mexico in the past month than before.

Mexico Minimum Wage: Debate Over Raise

After recent attention to the minimum wage has gone international, the Mexican government is forced to take a look at its low minimum wages.

Mexico Implements Major Energy Reforms

The Mexican Congress instituted major energy reforms in an effort to improve the country's declining oil industry.

US and Mexican Officials Discuss Ways to Curb Border Violence

U.S. and Mexican officials met to discuss ways to curb Border Patrol's use of force at the U.S./Mexico border over the weekend.

Mexico to Get First Bullet Train in Latin America

Train could be up and running by 2017 Mexico will be getting Latin America's first high speed train, the government said. It will travel between Mexico City and Querétaro at a speed of 186 mph.

Mexico, Sinaloa Violence: State Bans Journalists From Reporting on Crime

Law possibly backed by Mexican president who want to attract foreign investors In the Sinaloa state, which ranks among Mexico's most violent, reporters will no longer be allowed to organically report on criminal activity in the state, according to a report from the Los Angeles Times.

US Reaches Deal with Central America Over Migration Via La Bestia Train

Mexico and Guatemala agreed to help prevent migrants from illegally getting on the train The U. S. has reached an agreement with Guatemala and Mexico to try and prevent migrants from getting on an infamous freight train in an attempt to illegally enter the U.

Military Presence Growing in Latin America

The military appears to be gaining power in a number of Latin American countries. Since Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet stepped down in March 1990 and an elected president took office, the military has taken a backseat to democratic reforms in Latin America.

California Gov. Jerry Brown In Favor of State Having More Shelters for Undocumented Central American Children

On Tuesday, California Gov. Jerry Brown said he is willing to house additional undocumented Central American children in his state.

SkyAlert App Triggers False Alarm in Mexico City Over Earthquake

App maker warned residents about impending earthquake that struck elsewhere A magnitude 6. 3 earthquake struck the eastern Mexican state of Veracruz on Tuesday, causing panic but otherwise resulted in no harm, according to CBC News.

California Gov. Jerry Brown Visits Mexico, Hopes 'Wiser Minds Prevail' Over Texas. Gov. Rick Perry's Border Plan

On Monday, California Gov. Jerry Brown arrived in Mexico to discuss immigration and other issues. On Monday, California Gov. Jerry Brown arrived in Mexico to discuss immigration and other issues.

Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto, California Governor Jerry Brown Discuss Immigration Crisis, Climate Change

California Gov. Edmund “Jerry” Brown and Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto spoke climate change and the immigration crisis on Monday as part of the governor's three-day trip.

Storm, Smugglers Break Through US-Mexico Border Patrol Fence in Arizona as Environmentalists Lament Costs

A storm has knocked down 60 feet of the steel fence border between the U.S. and Mexico in Arizona. A storm and smugglers broke through the steel fence border between the U.

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe Travels to Latin America, Signs Energy Deal With Mexico

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is in Latin America this week to bolster trade and investment ties with Latin American nations.

California Governor Jerry Brown to Meet Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto for Immigration, Trade Talks

California Gov. Jerry Brown embarked on a three-day trip to Mexico to meet with Mexico's president, Central American leaders and religious figures for a variety of issues including immigration and trade.

Tyson Foods Inc. to Sell Mexico, Brazil Poultry Operations to Handle Debt From Hillshire Brands Purchase

On Monday, Tyson Foods, Inc. announced its selling of its poultry businesses in Mexico and Brazil. On Monday, Tyson Foods Inc. announced its selling of its poultry businesses in Mexico and Brazil.

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe: Visits Mexico, Begins Latin America Tour

The Japanese and Mexican leaders signed various economic and trade agreements and pledged their continued support towards the Trans-Pacific Partnership.

Immigration News: Border Patrol Says Arizona Border Is More Secure Than Texas Border, Sees Fewer Crossings

According to the Border Patrol, the Arizona-Mexico border is the United States' most secure border.
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