Mexico news today
Here are some of the top news stories from Mexico today:
Politics
- The Mexican government has announced plans to increase the minimum wage by 20% in 2023, as part of efforts to combat poverty and inequality. (Source: Reuters)
- The opposition party, Morena, has filed a complaint with the National Electoral Institute (INE) alleging that the ruling party, PRI, is using public funds to finance its campaign for the upcoming midterm elections. (Source: El Universal)
Crime and Security
- A group of armed men attacked a bus carrying tourists in the state of Guerrero, killing one person and injuring several others. (Source: BBC News)
- The Mexican military has launched a operation to capture a group of suspected cartel members in the state of Sinaloa. (Source: El Financiero)
Economy
- Mexico's economy grew by 2.3% in the third quarter of 2022, according to data released by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI). (Source: Bloomberg)
- The Mexican government has announced plans to invest $1.5 billion in infrastructure projects in the state of Yucatan. (Source: El Economista)
Health
- Mexico has reported a surge in cases of dengue fever, with over 10,000 cases reported in the past week. (Source: The Guardian)
- The Mexican government has launched a campaign to promote vaccination against COVID-19, particularly among vulnerable populations such as the elderly and those with underlying health conditions. (Source: El Universal)
Other News
- A powerful earthquake struck the state of Oaxaca, causing widespread damage and power outages. (Source: CNN)
- The Mexican government has announced plans to create a new national park in the state of Chiapas, which will protect a large area of tropical rainforest. (Source: El Financiero)
These are just a few of the top news stories from Mexico today.