Foreign Direct Investment in Colombia plunges 28% in the first half of 2024

Posted by Colombia
On Friday September 6th, 2024

Colombia’s foreign direct investment (FDI) suffered a significant blow in the first half of 2024, plummeting by 28% to USD 6.7 billion, according to the latest data from the Central Bank (Banco de la República). This sharp decline, representing 3% of the country’s semi-annual GDP, stands in stark contrast to the same period last year […]

Demographic Analysis of Immigration in Mexico

Posted by México
On Friday September 6th, 2024

According to a recent demographic analysis, Mexico has seen an increase in foreign immigration, especially in cities like Aguascalientes, León, Querétaro, San Luis Potosí, and Monterrey. These cities not only offer job opportunities but also a quality of life that attracts professionals from various parts of the world. Aguascalientes Aguascalientes has recorded a […]

Colombia and Sweden mark 150 Years of diplomatic relations

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday August 13th, 2024

Colombia’s ARC Gloria in Stockholm harbour for the 150-year celebration of diplomatic relations. To celebrate 150 years of diplomatic relations between Colombia and Sweden, the Swedish Embassy in Bogotá hosted a reception with members of the Swedish community resident in the country, business leaders representing Swedish companies in Colombia, friends of the foreign mission, […]

Did You Come to Mexico for Work and Want to Stay? This Information on Obtaining Residency is for You.

Posted by México
On Tuesday August 13th, 2024

Permanent residency in Mexico is an appealing goal for many professionals and business owners looking to settle in this vibrant country. At Relocations RS, we understand that the process may seem complicated, but with the right information, you can navigate it successfully. Here is a step-by-step guide based on the Property Journal article, tailored to […]

CEPAL Forecasts 2.5% Growth for Mexico in 2024 Amid Development Challenges in Latin America

Posted by México
On Wednesday July 10th, 2024

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (CEPAL) predicts that Mexico’s economy will grow by 2.5% in 2024. This forecast is consistent with the projection made in December and is lower than the 3.2% growth seen in 2023, yet it exceeds the average expectations for the region. Overall, Latin America and the […]

Medellín leads Colombian cities with Venezuelan migrant population

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday July 10th, 2024

Medellín, capital of Colombia’s Antioquia department, has become a major destination for Venezuelan migrants, with the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) reporting a total of 240,278 Venezuelan migrants residing in the city. This figure represents approximately 10% of Medellín’s population, highlighting the city’s significant role in the ongoing regional migration crisis. Elisa Carlaccini, head […]

Claudia Sheinbaum’s Triumph: A New Era for Mexico Under Its First Female President

Posted by México
On Thursday June 20th, 2024

June 2, 2024, will be remembered as a landmark date in Mexico’s history. Claudia Sheinbaum’s decisive victory as the first female president of the nation marks a significant milestone, not only for Mexico but for North America as a whole. Her ascent to the highest office signals a transformative moment in Mexican politics, reflecting both […]

Colombia is IKEA’s New Frontier for Expansion

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday June 20th, 2024

IKEA, the multinational company specializing in the sale of ready-to-assemble furniture, is looking to expand in Colombia. After opening its first national store in Bogota in September 2023, IKEA recently opened a store in Cali and has announced the upcoming opening of a third store in Medellin. The Swedish group is looking to establish […]

Nearshoring: A Game-Changer for Mexico’s Economic Landscape

Posted by México
On Wednesday May 22nd, 2024

The Concept of Nearshoring: A Paradigm Shift in Global Trade Nearshoring, also known as the relocation of investments to Mexico, has emerged as a pivotal strategy, fueled by the trade agreement among Mexico, the United States, and Canada (T-MEC). Amidst the backdrop of trade disputes between the United States and China, this relocation trend has […]

China’s secretive investments in Colombia

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday May 22nd, 2024

Companies controlled by China’s authoritarian government have been granted critical infrastructure projects in Colombia and plan to expand their influence. The Chinese government’s increased stakes in Colombia are the result of trade deals made with Bogota between 2008 and 2019, and Beijing’s growing imperial ambitions. Many of the projects controlled by Chinese corporations were obtained […]

Mexico Ranks 21st in Kearney’s Foreign Direct Investment Confidence Index

Posted by México
On Monday April 15th, 2024

Mexico has secured the 21st position in Kearney’s Global Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Confidence Index, which ranks economies attracting foreign capital. This marks its re-entry into the top 25, after being excluded for the past four years. Topping the list are the United States, followed by Canada, China (including Hong Kong), the United Kingdom, and […]

Colombia Invites American Buyers to Explore Opportunities at the 100th Business Matchmaking Forum

Posted by Colombia
On Monday April 15th, 2024

ProColombia, the promotion agency of the country, part of the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Tourism, announces the 100th edition of its largest exports event, the Business Matchmaking Forum, which will take place in Colombia, at Cartagena’s Convention Center from April 22nd to 26th. As Colombia’s foremost international trade promotion activity, the Forum provides […]

Mexico: The Preferred Destination for Expatriates with 90% Satisfaction

Posted by Mario Galicia
On Wednesday March 20th, 2024

Mexico has gained worldwide recognition as the preferred destination for expatriates, exceeding expectations and setting an exceptional standard of satisfaction. With an astonishing 90% satisfaction among expatriates who have chosen Mexico as their home, the country stands out with an impressive 18% above the global average. What makes Mexico so attractive to those seeking a […]

Colombia economic growth forecast at 1.8% in 2024

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday March 20th, 2024

Colombia’s economy is forecast to grow 1.8% in 2024, while inflation is expected to slow to 5%, paving the way for the central bank to cut its benchmark interest rate to some 8%, Finance Minister Ricardo Bonilla said on Thursday. GDP growth for 2023 is expected to have reached 1.2%, he added, lower than […]

The Growth of Mexico’s Technological Sector: A Nearshoring Opportunity

Posted by México
On Tuesday February 20th, 2024

In recent years, Mexico has emerged as a key player in the global technological landscape, offering a myriad of opportunities for nearshoring ventures. This article explores the exponential growth of Mexico’s tech industry and the lucrative prospects it presents for companies seeking to establish nearshore operations. Mexico’s Tech Industry on the Rise Mexico’s […]

POLL-Colombia economy will have grown 1.1% in 2023, headed for 1.2% in 2024

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday February 20th, 2024

Colombia’s economy will have expanded 1.1% in 2023, hit by high interest rates and inflation pressures, and recovery this year and next will be slow, a Reuters survey showed on Thursday. The projections by 23 analysts for last year’s figure fluctuated between 0.8% and 1.4%. The modest expansion would compare with growth of […]

Colombia economic growth forecast at 1.8% in 2024

Posted by Colombia
On Friday January 12th, 2024

Fostering bilateral business opportunities between India and Colombia

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday November 21st, 2023

India and Colombia can leverage multilateral cooperation and enhance investment through the Colombian Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) for infrastructure framework, an ambitious plan launched in 2015 as a 4 Generation Infrastructure Program – making Colombia the second country in all of Latin America with the most models of PPP after Chile. Cristhian Salamanca Garcia […]

SRS Awarded Ecovadis Bronze Medal for Excellence in Sustainability

Posted by México
On Tuesday November 21st, 2023

[Mexico City] – STAFF RELOCATION SERVICES DE MEXICO S DE RL DE CV (SRS) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Ecovadis Bronze Medal in recognition of its dedication and unwavering commitment to corporate sustainability including the environment, ethics, labor practices, and responsible supply chains. Ecovadis is one of the world’s […]

PETRO REVEALS STRATEGY TO CHANGE COLOMBIA’S SOCIO-ECONOMIC MODEL

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday October 12th, 2023

National Development model sent to Congress for approval President Gustavo Petro revealed the proposals with which the government hopes to radically “change” Colombia’s socio-economic policies in the coming years. In the 150-page National Development Plan (PND), the administration outlined how it plans to implement the policies promised by the president ahead of his election last […]

EU Envisions a $250 Million Investment in Southern Mexico

Posted by México
On Thursday October 12th, 2023

The United States government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USaid), has unveiled an ambitious plan to mobilize resources and technical support in southern Mexico with the goal of boosting the regional economy and generating over $250 million in annual sales and investments. This initiative is part of an effort to address population […]

Colombia gets $70m from new global renewable integration fund.

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday September 20th, 2023

“Colombia will get the first pay-out of a $300m Climate Investment Funds pot for transmission lines, batteries, EV chargers and green hydrogen.” Colombia is set to be the first country to benefit from a new fund to help the roll-out of renewable energy across the world. The Climate Investment Funds (CIF) will lend […]

Chinese Companies Eyeing Relocation to Mexico City and Neighboring States

Posted by México
On Wednesday September 20th, 2023

A growing number of Chinese companies are looking to relocate their operations to Mexico City and neighboring states. This trend is being driven by a number of factors, including the rising cost of labor in China, the ongoing trade war with the United States, and the need to be closer to key markets in North […]

Colombia: Record Growth

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday August 15th, 2023

Colombia’s economic rebound enters a transitional phase. MAY 02, 2023 Author: NIC WIRTZ Colombia’s strong economic turnaround coming out of the Covid-19 pandemic was fueled by a dual focus on energy sustainability and tourism, producing a 10.6% jump in GDP growth in 2021—the highest recorded growth since the government’s statistical authority started keeping records […]

Unlocking Growth: Key Sectors Paving the Way in Mexico

Posted by México
On Tuesday August 15th, 2023

Introduction: As Mexico continues to position itself as a thriving hub for international investment and business expansion, several sectors stand out as prime avenues for growth. From technology to manufacturing, Mexico’s strategic location, skilled workforce, and evolving economic landscape make it a fertile ground for investors seeking new horizons. Here are the most promising […]

China’s Bet on Colombia, Seeking Its ‘Golden Age’ in Latin America

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday July 6th, 2023

In the last two decades, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has played a fundamental role in the economies of Latin America. Between 2005 and 2017, China lent several countries in the region close to $136 billion. The amount exceeded what, for the same period, the World Bank, the Inter-American Development Bank, and the […]

Discover The Key Transformations in Labor Matters in Mexico

Posted by México
On Thursday July 6th, 2023

Several significant changes have taken place in the Mexican job market, with a focus on promoting workplace well-being and flexibility. These changes address key aspects such as stress management, teleworking regulations, increased minimum wage, and improved vacation policies. Let’s explore these transformations in detail. Creation of NOM-035: Addressing Psychosocial Risks and Workplace Violence. In […]

DESPITE THE BAD TIMING, STARTUPS GREW 19

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday June 15th, 2023

Olga Patricia Rendón Marulanda Although they have difficulties getting investors, Bogota and Antioquia are the main ones responsible for the entrepreneurial spirit in the country. In Colombia, there are already 1,321 technology-based startups in 31 sectors, an increase of 19% compared to those that existed in February last year. This was revealed by […]

The Soft Landing in Mexico in 2023 Signifies Significant Economic Growth

Posted by México
On Thursday June 15th, 2023

In recent years, Mexico has experienced a remarkable economic transformation, with 2023 proving to be a pivotal year for the nation’s progress. The concept of a “soft landing” has played a crucial role in Mexico’s economic trajectory, leading to significant growth and development. The soft landing strategy implemented in Mexico in 2023 has brought […]

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Neighborhoods in Mexico City for Safety and Profitability in 2023

Posted by México
On Monday May 8th, 2023

Mexico City is a vibrant and dynamic city that offers a wide range of neighborhoods with different characteristics and attractions. However, when it comes to choosing a place to live or invest, safety and profitability are often the top priorities, especially for forigners. In this guide, we’ll explore the safest and most profitable neighborhoods […]

PROCOLOMBIA: digital nomad visa makes long stays in colombia much easier

Posted by Colombia
On Monday May 8th, 2023

Digital nomads or even nomadic families thinking about where to go for long summer vacations seek affordable housing and lower cost of living, strong and stable internet infrastructure, less crowded cities closer to nature, easy access to essential facilities such as hospitals, schools, summer camps, and markets, and effortless procedures for visas. Colombia checks all […]

Mexico City’s Thriving Economy and Booming Real Estate Market

Posted by México
On Tuesday April 18th, 2023

Mexico City, in the recent years has experienced tremendous economic growth. As a result, the city’s real estate market has seen a surge in demand, with property values on the rise and potential gains for investors. Mexico City’s economy has been driven by a range of factors, including a young and growing population, a […]

Colombia preparing tropical paradise for tourism after 500 years of chaos

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday April 18th, 2023

Government seeking sustainable tourism instead of illegal occupation by Adriaan Alsema January 31, 2023 Colombia’s government is trying to promote responsible tourism on the “Rosario Islands” national park after 500 years of colonial and illegal occupation. The country’s National Parks authority is carefully trying to promote sustainable tourism to the Caribbean archipelago’s 27 islands while […]

Colombia economy grew 7.9% in 2022, ahead of reduced growth this year

Posted by Colombia
On Monday March 13th, 2023

Colombia’s economy will have grown significantly for the second consecutive year in 2022, but expansion will slow sharply this year on high-interest rates and persistent inflation. The GDP grew 7.9% last year, according to the median estimate from 19 analysts, falling from the 10.8% it reached in 2021 on recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. […]

Three things that make Mexico a unique and desirable location for real estate buyers from all around the world

Posted by México
On Monday March 13th, 2023

Location and Climate: Mexico is located in a prime location between the United States and Central America, making it an ideal spot for international investors. Mexico’s diverse climate, ranging from tropical to desert, also makes it a desirable location for vacation homes or retirement properties. Cultural and Historical Significance: Mexico has a rich and diverse […]

Petro reveals strategy to change Colombia’s socio-economic model

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday February 16th, 2023

National Development model sent to Congress for approval. Colombia’s government presented a $247.1 billion four-year development plan to the country’s lawmakers, laying out details of its projected social and economic investments with proposals to strengthen Colombia’s economy, combat poverty, improve public security, and combat the negative effects of climate change. National Development Plan (PND) […]

Learn how to work remotely in Mexico

Posted by México
On Thursday February 16th, 2023

In recent years, remote work has become an increasingly popular option for professionals in Mexico. After the pandemic has accelerated this trend, as many companies have shifted to remote work as a way to maintain operations while keeping employees safe. For those who are new to remote work, the transition can be a challenge. However, […]

The Best Cities in Mexico to Invest in 2023

Posted by México
On Monday January 23rd, 2023

Currently, Mexico is one of the best countries to invest in, due to the great diversity of business possibilities. It has natural resources, ports and a large developing industry, which allows the injection of capital in areas with a wide range of investment possibilities. In this article, we have a selection of the cities with […]

Incentives to invest in Colombia

Posted by Colombia
On Monday January 23rd, 2023

Colombia has a favorable investment climate thanks to its economic growth and its ability to face external crises, along with legal security, stable macroeconomic indicators, a highly qualified workforce, and access to global markets. Colombia is a country that offers a favorable business environment with a stable legal framework. Furthermore, the national government has […]

5 Cities everyone want to live in México

Posted by México
On Tuesday November 15th, 2022

5.- Saltillo, Coahuila According to its citizens, the city with the lowest perception of insecurity this year, in addition to industrial growth and the increase in quality of life of those who inhabit this city, it is worthy of recognition. If you are interested in living in this city, you should know that the […]

Free zone cartagena

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday November 15th, 2022

On October 13, the Central Park Free Zone, located in Cartagena, commemorates its first 12 years of uninterrupted activities aimed at the economic and social development of the country and the Caribbean region and has established itself as the most modern free zone in the Caribbean with a modern infrastructure, state-of-the-art technology, and one with […]

This is how it is to live in the safest cities in Mexico

Posted by México
On Wednesday October 19th, 2022

Choosing the place where you plan to live is one of the most important decisions, since this decision must consider prices, quality of life, amenities offered by the site and one of the most important aspects is security. Precisely this last element is one of the most lacking 67% of the population over 18 […]

Parex Resources Company reports three oil discoveries in Colombia

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday October 19th, 2022

In Colombia, oil reserves are only enough for approximately 7.6 years. For this reason, oil companies are working on the search for black gold. The most recent discovery was made by the Canadian company Parex Resources, which reported three discoveries in wells in Casanare and Arauca. One of these was in the Capachos block […]

These are the highest priority water projects in Mexico

Posted by México
On Wednesday September 14th, 2022

Four water projects have become relevant this year due to the urgency derived from the droughts experienced, mainly, in the north of the country. The works seek to provide a solution to this shortage, which is why attention has been paid to them in their development. These are the main ones. El Cuchillo II […]

Gustavo Petro reaches one month in Colombia’s presidency seeking to implement key reforms for his administration

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday September 14th, 2022

The President of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, celebrates his first month as president with the pursuit of a series of political and economic reforms, a shake-up in the military forces, as well as a favorable trend in the polls that give him the confidence to continue his way to his first 100 days. Changes in […]

This is how it is to live in the most expensive areas of CDMX

Posted by México
On Tuesday August 9th, 2022

Mexico City not only offers innumerable places to visit, it also offers a wide variety of gastronomy, cultural richness, entertainment, job opportunities, but above all diversity when it comes to housing. Among its great variety there are neighborhoods that stand out from the rest, thanks to the amenities, infrastructure and high quality of life, […]

Gustavo Petro sworn in as Colombia’s president in historic ceremony

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday August 9th, 2022

Gustavo Petro, a former urban guerrilla who was jailed for his political beliefs in the 1980s, was sworn in as Colombia’s president on Sunday at the head of what is likely to be the most leftwing government in the country’s history. In a ceremony rich in symbolism, Petro, 62, took the presidential oath in […]

This is what it costs to live in the most wanted states in Mexico; Morelos, Queretaro and State of Mexico

Posted by México
On Thursday July 14th, 2022

Mexico City is still the most popular, expensive and demanded in the country, due to the concentration of offers and services in it. However, with the growing home office, other states have also become popular for having a good quality of life and cheaper. The Lamudi Real Estate Report 2022, showed that during the […]

Gustavo Petro has elected Luis Gilberto Murillo as ambassador to the United States of America

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday July 14th, 2022

The elected president Gustavo Petro informed that Luis Gilberto Murillo who was minister of environment in Ivan Duque’s government will be the new ambassador of Colombia to the United States. Luis Gilberto Murillo was born in San Juan, a small town near the municipality of Andagoya. He was minister of environment from 2016 to […]

Monterrey beats CDMX in the most expensive homes.

Posted by México
On Friday June 24th, 2022

Mexico City is one of the most expensive to live in from all Latin America. In 2022, it ranked fourth, only behind Santiago de Chile, Montevideo in Uruguay and Buenos Aires, Argentina, according to a study conducted by Universidad Torcuato di Tella. But this first quarter of 2022, the metropolis has been unseated because […]

The survey that was made between June 5th and 10th gives the victory of the elections to Gustavo Petro.

Posted by Colombia
On Friday June 24th, 2022

Yanhaas survey company revealed this Saturday the results of a new study that puts the candidate of Pacto Historico, Gustavo Petro, a favorite to win the second round of the election that will be disputed next June 19th. According to the company’s study, Petro would obtain 45% of the votes above Rodolfo Hernandez who would […]

Sao Paulo and Monterrey, the cities where everyone wants an industrial warehouse

Posted by México
On Wednesday April 20th, 2022

Industrial buildings in Latin America and, in particular, in Mexico, have had an upturn in the last two years due to the increase in electronic commerce, among other socioeconomic factors. However, the developers do not seek to settle anywhere. There are markets that are more in demand than others due to their geographical location. […]

Nearshoring in Colombia: Investment Passes $1bn in 2 years

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday April 20th, 2022

Investments from companies choosing to nearshore in Colombia have exceeded USD 1 billion in little over two years. That reportedly came in the wake of the current administration beginning to heavily promote nearshoring in Colombia, leading to 60 companies establishing operations in the country since the beginning of 2020. Nearshoring is the process of […]

More sustainable infrastructure, the promise of the fifth generation of concessions

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday March 15th, 2022

At the end of November, CONPES 4060 was approved, which gives free rein to the fifth generation of concessions (5G) or Bicentennial Concessions. The document contains measures that must be advanced in the next 10 years (from 2022) to promote intermodal development, optimize social and environmental management, strengthen governance, promote new sources of financing under […]

The proposal for the Tren Bajío considers 12 stations between CDMX and Querétaro

Posted by México
On Tuesday March 15th, 2022

Joining the decision making of the current administration of the Federal Government, to bet on rail systems as means of transportation, the company TMsourcing, presented an unsolicited proposal to the Secretariat of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (SICT) to build a train that joins the capital of the country with the Bajío. The unit agreed […]

Bogotá, Valle del Cauca and Bolívar are the most competitive departments in tourism

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday February 24th, 2022

The Cafam University Foundation and Cotelco presented the results of the index that evaluated the entire sector during the last year. In an event that took place yesterday in Casa de Nariño, the Regional Tourism Competitiveness Index of Colombia corresponding to 2021was presented, which is annually developed by the Hotel and Tourism Association of […]

In Mexico City, 478 infrastructure projects will be worked on in 2022

Posted by México
On Thursday February 24th, 2022

According to Mexico City’s government, in 2022 the commitment on the construction of infrastructure works as a strategy to reactivate the country’s economy, will continue. The economy was damaged during the first year of the pandemic, for which it has scheduled the construction of 478 projects. The investment required to carry them out is […]

The general increase during 2021

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday January 12th, 2022

The general increase during 2021 was 5.62% as confirmed by the administrative statistics department which showed the results of variation of the Consumer Price Index (CPI). This figure is 4% above than the one registered in 2020, which was 1.61%. Regarding the sectors that contribute the most to inflation, in first place is food, […]

Mexico is opening the largest solar panels in the world.

Posted by México
On Wednesday January 12th, 2022

Claudia Sheinbaum, head of Government of Mexico City, presented that CDMX will have a construction of a photovoltaic electrical terminal on the roof of the Central de Abasto (Ceda), which will be the largest in the world of its kind within a city. Rocío Nahle García , Secretary of Energy ( Sener ), explained […]

The expectations for the non-Tax Dayjournal in November and December

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday November 17th, 2021

The expectations for the non-Tax Dayjournal in November and December are very positive between the businessman, after October28th where sales were around 9.8 billion pesos. Measures like the annual bonification to the public sector employees may incentivize the sales in these days. In regards of the manufactre industry, the real production in september increased 15.5%, […]

Querétaro, with five data center megaprojects for the next two years.

Posted by México
On Wednesday November 17th, 2021

Queretaro has positioned itself as one of the most important geographical areas in the country to develop as an opportunity for growth and investment focus for different sectors and national and foreign investors. According to the Commercial Director of the International Computer Room Experts Association, ICREA, the state is in optimal conditions to establish data […]

Contagions since the beginning of the pandemic: 4,975,656 Total deaths: 126,726 Vaccination: 43,315,450 doses

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday October 20th, 2021

Colombia reached 4.972.236 contagions since the pandemic began and a total of 127,000 deaths. The city with more contagions is Medellin followed by Barranquilla, Valle, Bogota, and Meta. On the other hand, the vaccination plan to apply the third dose of the vaccine for 70 years old people have started. These citizens can receive […]

Contagions since the beginning of the pandemic: 107,664 Total deaths: 3,420 Vaccination: 8,062,316 doses

Posted by México
On Wednesday October 20th, 2021

The Legislative Assembly of El Salvador extended a transitory decree that suspends mass concentrations in public and private events for 90 days and makes the use of masks mandatory. The initiative to prevent the increase of contagions, also indicates that the realization of sporting, cultural and religious events, among others, will be subject to […]

Contagions since the beginning of the pandemic: 583,201 Total deaths: 14,177 Vaccination: 7,809,902 doses

Posted by México
On Wednesday October 20th, 2021

The Minister of Health, Francisco Coma, assured that the occupation in hospitals has recently decreased and that the health system has “a break” after the country passed the third wave of the virus in the months of June, July, August, and September, mainly with the delta variant. Approximately 2.8 million Guatemalans have received the […]

Contagions since the beginning of the pandemic: 549,084 Total deaths: 6,744 Vaccination: 5,921,089 doses

Posted by México
On Wednesday October 20th, 2021

The president of Costa Rica, Carlos Alvarado, announced that the complete vaccination scheme and its respective certificate will be mandatory to attend leisure activities and enter shops as of December 1st,2021. This measure is because unvaccinated people put others at risk, also this act will allow a reactivation of the economy and a generation […]

Contagions since the beginning of the pandemic: 3,783,749 Total deaths: 283,193 Vaccination: 108,947,179 doses

Posted by México
On Wednesday October 20th, 2021

The Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Marcelo Ebrard, has announced that the United States will open the border for vaccinated people on November 8th, the condition is that travelers have their complete scheme. They will accept all the vaccines authorized by the Health World Organization, they are still analyzing if they will approve CanSino and Sputnik […]

World Bank has approved a loan of 500 million dollars that in accordance with the Investment Social Law will allow the government to promote innovation in micro, small and medium-sized companies.

Posted by Colombia
On Monday September 27th, 2021

World Bank has approved a loan of 500 million dollars that in accordance with the Investment Social Law will allow the government to promote innovation in micro, small and medium-sized companies and in projects related with environment and development sustainability. The National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE in Spanish) revealed that the Colombian economy grew […]

Mexico as a competitive business environment. One of the main objectives at the national level is to work on making our country an attractive destination.

Posted by México
On Monday September 27th, 2021

One of the main objectives at the national level is to work on making our country an attractive destination to encourage investment, business development and growth, and as a consequence, productivity. Seen from an international perspective characterized by the impacting economic slowdown, Mexico is looking for growth as a symbol of a prosperous vision for […]

The state of Querétaro is the fifth largest recipient of Spanish investment.

Posted by México
On Tuesday August 24th, 2021

The state of Querétaro is the fifth largest recipient of Spanish investment. Foreign and national investors continue to find in Querétaro a trustworthy destination to invest. During the first quarter of 2021, the state of Querétaro ranked as the fifth recipient of foreign investment and remains as one of the most reliable destinations for national […]

Since February 17th, 2021, when the vaccination plan started, 32 million doses have been applied and approximately 14 million people have the complete scheme.

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday August 24th, 2021

Since February 17th, 2021, when the vaccination plan started, 32 million doses have been applied and approximately 14 million people have the complete scheme. According to the Ministry of health, the advance of complete scheme in older people is 81.5%; in people from 70-79 years old is 76.2%, considering the total population, 27% is with […]

Proud recipient of Worldwide ERC.

Posted by México
On Wednesday June 30th, 2021

We are proud to announce that SRS has received the Meritorious Service Award by the Worldwide ERC in recognition of dedicated service and significant professional contributions to the global workforce mobility business community. We want to thank all SRS Team Members for their continuous effort and high level of commitment, this award belongs toeach one […]

The government Colombia has started the economic reactivation that will be gradual depending on the vaccination plan.

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday June 8th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 3,488,046 Number of deaths: 90,353 Number of vaccinated people: 10,697,683 The government has started the economic reactivation that will be gradual depending on the vaccination plan and cities have passed the third peak of contagions. The sanitary measures that have been taken are suspending the curfew, opening of bars until 1 p.m., […]

The health authorities of El Salvador exceeded two million vaccines applied against the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, according to his official site.

Posted by México
On Tuesday June 8th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 74,141 Number of deaths: 2,260 Number of vaccinated people: 2,015,408 The health authorities of El Salvador exceeded two million vaccines applied against the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, according to his official site. El Salvador plans to apply at least 9 million vaccines to 4.5 million people in the search for “herd immunity”. However, the […]

Guatemala has received more doses from the Astra Zeneca vaccine and with this new batch of vaccines, the government will be able to continue with phase 2 of the vaccination plan that is for people over 60 years old.

Posted by México
On Tuesday June 8th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 258,633 Number of deaths: 8,238 Number of vaccinated people: 561,976 Guatemala has received more doses from the Astra Zeneca vaccine and with this new batch of vaccines, the government will be able to continue with phase 2 of the vaccination plan that is for people over 60 years old.

The government announced that the vehicle restriction will continue until June 13th, this means that cars will be allowed to circulate depending on the last number on their plate and can circulate between 5:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.

Posted by México
On Tuesday June 8th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 325,779 Number of deaths:4,124 Number of vaccinated people: 1,658,685 The government announced that the vehicle restriction will continue until June 13th, this means that cars will be allowed to circulate depending on the last number on their plate and can circulate between 5:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. On the other hand, the […]

The general director of the Digital Agency for Public Innovation, Eduardo Clark, reported that Mexico City will change to a green traffic light due to Covid-19, from June 7th to 13th.

Posted by México
On Tuesday June 8th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 2,426,822 Number of deaths: 228,362 Number of vaccinated people: 32,874,857 The general director of the Digital Agency for Public Innovation, Eduardo Clark, reported that Mexico City will change to a green traffic light due to Covid-19, from June 7th to 13th. In addition, the Head of Government, Claudia Sheinbaum, asked to the […]

Colombia has opened the border with Ecuador, Peru and Brazil in order to advance in the measures that help the economic reactivation.

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday May 26th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 3,177,212 Number of deaths: 83,233 Number of vaccinated people: 7,862,802 Colombia has opened the border with Ecuador, Peru and Brazil in order to advance in the measures that help the economic reactivation. The border with Venezuela will remain closed. With the third pike of contagions due to Covid 19 has been stabilizing […]

The Government of President Nayib Bukele has begun the application of the second dose of the anti-COVID-19 vaccine to the personnel of the first line.

Posted by México
On Wednesday May 26th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 72, 220 Number of deaths: 2.206 Number of vaccinated people: 1,543,904 The Government of President Nayib Bukele has begun the application of the second dose of the anti-COVID-19 vaccine to the personnel of the first line. El Salvador received the ninth batch of anti-COVID-19 vaccines at the “San Oscar Arnulfo Romero y […]

The Ministry of health has announced that 18 years old citizens that have a health condition will be allowed to register to get the vaccine.

Posted by México
On Wednesday May 26th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 245,247 Number of deaths: 7,952 Number of vaccinated people: 323,720 The Ministry of health has announced that 18 years old citizens that have a health condition will be allowed to register to get the vaccine. They indicated that it won’t be a personal registration, they will receive the lists from the institutions […]

The government announces that the vehicle restriction will continue for 2 weeks. This will apply from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Posted by México
On Wednesday May 26th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 296,632 Number of deaths: 3,736 Number of vaccinated people: 1,251,900 The government announces that the vehicle restriction will continue for 2 weeks. This will apply from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The week of May 19th to May 23rd cars with pair plate number can circulate on Thursday and Saturday, cars with […]

The Government has announced that the immunization of people aged 40 to 49 years will begin in July.

Posted by México
On Wednesday May 26th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 2,390,140 Number of deaths: 221,080 Number of vaccinated people: 24,988,066 The Government has announced that the immunization of people aged 40 to 49 years will begin in July, once it has been completed, at least with the first dose, that of those aged 50 to 59. Currently the capital’s government began vaccinating […]

Colombia at this time of the third wave of the pandemic, there is a stabilization, but there’s still a high occupancy in the intensive care units.

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday May 11th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 2,985,536 Number of deaths: 77,359 Number of vaccinated people: 6,096.661 At this time of the third wave of the pandemic, there is a stabilization, but there’s still a high occupancy in the intensive care units. The 3rd stage of the vaccination plan will start at the end of May and the government […]

According to the Ministry of Health (Minsal), a total of 1 million 68 thousand 428 vaccines have been applied in El Salvador.

Posted by México
On Tuesday May 11th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 70,225 Number of deaths: 2,146 Number of vaccinated people: 1, 068, 428 According to the Ministry of Health (Minsal), a total of 1 million 68 thousand 428 vaccines have been applied in El Salvador, of which: 941 thousand 508 correspond to first doses and 126 thousand 920 to second doses. El Salvador […]

The government Guatemala informed that passengers transportation continues not following the sanitary protocols in regards of capacity, social distancing among other irregularities.

Posted by México
On Tuesday May 11th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 232,439 Number of deaths: 7,677 Number of vaccinated people: 158,918 The government informed that passengers transportation continues not following the sanitary protocols in regards of capacity, social distancing among other irregularities. The Ministry of health has informed that the vaccination plan for people older than 70 years old has started this week. […]

The Costa Rica teacher’s association recommend that the Ministry of Education adapt new measures due to the increase of positive cases in the country.

Posted by México
On Tuesday May 11th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 265,486 Number of deaths: 3,365 Number of vaccinated people: 950,252 The teacher’s association recommend that the Ministry of Education adapt new measures due to the increase of positive cases in the country. According to the teachers, much of the mobility is associated to the school term, which implies a lot of mobility. […]

The government México began to vaccinate people between 50 and 59 years this week.

Posted by México
On Tuesday May 11th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 2,364,617 Number of deaths: 218,928 Number of vaccinated people: 20,540,830 The government began to vaccinate people between 50 and 59 years this week. The director of the Digital Agency for Public Innovation (ADIP), Eduardo Clark, announced that Mexico City will be on yellow traffic light from May 10th to 17th, after spending […]

While in Colombia Bogotá, Medellin and Cali have been total quarantine on weekends, in cities like Barranquilla and Bucaramanga there are only measures like “pico y cédula” and Mobility restriction at night.

Posted by Colombia
On Monday April 26th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 2,757,274 Number of deaths: 70,886 Number of vaccinated people: 4,318,314 While in Bogotá, Medellin and Cali have been total quarantine on weekends, in cities like Barranquilla and Bucaramanga there are only measures like “pico y cédula” and Mobility restriction at night. The Ministry of health informed that the occupancy of beds at […]

The President of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, announced on April 22th, 2021 that people over 55 years of age will begin to be vaccinated against covid-19.

Posted by México
On Monday April 26th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 68,468 Number of deaths: 2.098 Number of vaccinated people: 698,569 The President of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, announced on April 22th, 2021 that people over 55 years of age will begin to be vaccinated against covid-19. The Central American country has received 1,351,080 vaccines from the pharmaceutical companies AstraZeneca, Pfizer and Sinovac, […]

The ministry of health Guatemala has modified the vaccination plan to include teachers in phase 2, this will be done to reactivate the face-to-face classes.

Posted by México
On Monday April 26th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 221,307 Number of deaths: 7,395 Number of vaccinated people: 165,271 The ministry of health has modified the vaccination plan to include teachers in phase 2, this will be done to reactivate the face-to-face classes. According to the recent update the vaccination plan phases are as follows: 2A – 70 years and older, […]

The ministry of health Costa Rica has announced that commercial establishments are not allowed to operate after 9:00 p.m.

Posted by México
On Monday April 26th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 238,760 Number of deaths: 3,143 Number of vaccinated people: 698,327 The ministry of health has announced that commercial establishments are not allowed to operate after 9:00 p.m., this measure goes together with the vehicle restriction at night that will apply along the country between 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., these measures will […]

Eduardo Clark, general director of the Digital Agency for Public Innovation (ADIP), reported that Mexico City will continue with an orange traffic light due to Covid-19, from April 26th to May 2nd

Posted by México
On Monday April 26th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 2,326,738 Number of deaths: 214,853 Number of vaccinated people: 16,214,484 Eduardo Clark, general director of the Digital Agency for Public Innovation (ADIP), reported that Mexico City will continue with an orange traffic light due to Covid-19, from April 26th to May 2nd. On the other hand, however, State of Mexico will be […]

Colombia has entered in phase two of the Vaccination Plan (people between 60 and 79 years old) passing the two million doses applied.

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On Tuesday April 13th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 2,518,715 Number of deaths: 65,608 Number of vaccinated people: 2,946,222 Colombia has entered in phase two of the Vaccination Plan (people between 60 and 79 years old) passing the two million doses applied; the country has received more than 3.7 million doses from Pfizer, Sinovac and Astra Zeneca as part of the […]

The Ministry of Health El Salvador announced that On April 7th began the vaccination of adults over 80 years old and people over 50 with pre-existing diseases against COVID-19.

Posted by México
On Tuesday April 13th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 65,491 Number of deaths: 2,048 Number of vaccinated people: 180,000 The Ministry of Health announced that On April 7th began the vaccination of adults over 80 years old and people over 50 with pre-existing diseases against COVID-19. This sector of the population is part of the second phase of vaccination, as explained […]

The government Guatemala announced that the epidemiological light has showed an increase in the municipalities where the light is red.

Posted by México
On Tuesday April 13th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 202,640 Number of deaths: 7,001 Number of vaccinated people: 37,716 The government announced that the epidemiological light has showed an increase in the municipalities where the light is red. This was caused because of the holy week vacations. The last update shows 110 municipalities in red. The Ministry of health informed that […]

The government informed Costa Rica that due to the increase in positive cases, there are 10 districts that have passed from yellow to orange alert

Posted by México
On Tuesday April 13th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 222,544 Number of deaths: 3,018 Number of vaccinated people: 504,930 The government informed that due to the increase in positive cases, there are 10 districts that have passed from yellow to orange alert and there are 10 districts that passed from orange to yellow alert. He asked the citizens not to relax […]

The Ministry of Health, Clark García stressed that Mexico City is about to advance to the epidemiological yellow traffic light.

Posted by México
On Tuesday April 13th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 2,278,420 Number of deaths: 209,212 Number of vaccinated people: 11,204,183 The Ministry of Health, Clark García stressed that Mexico City is about to advance to the epidemiological yellow traffic light. The first dose of vaccination of older adults was concluded in the last demarcations. The head of Government, Claudia Sheinbaum, announced that […]

The Ministry of health Colombia has reported that more than half million of vaccines have been applied

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On Tuesday March 16th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 2,303,144 Number of deaths: 61,143 Number of vaccinated people: 782,301 The Ministry of health has reported that more than half million of vaccines have been applied, which represent 1.18% of the national population. It is expected that in the next days the first stage will be finished so they can start with […]

On March 11th, the Minister of Health El Salvador, Francisco Alabí, accompanied by members of the diplomatic corps and representatives of the World Health Organization (WHO), received the first batch of 33,600 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine

Posted by México
On Tuesday March 16th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 62,086 Number of deaths: 1,950 Number of vaccinated people: 25,000 On March 11th, the Minister of Health, Francisco Alabí, accompanied by members of the diplomatic corps and representatives of the World Health Organization (WHO), received the first batch of 33,600 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine supplied by the COVAX mechanism. Alabí […]

Guatemala received a new lot of vaccines that will be used to vaccinate the health staff and start with the vaccination of older people.

Posted by México
On Tuesday March 16th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 182,881 Number of deaths: 6,568 Number of vaccinated people: 30,890 Guatemala received a new lot of vaccines that will be used to vaccinate the health staff and start with the vaccination of older people. On the other hand, restrictions to enter the country continues. To enter the country, the passenger must present […]

The government Costa Rica is evaluating the possibility of allowing football stadiums to open and it will depend on the advance of the vaccination.

Posted by México
On Tuesday March 16th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 209,093 Number of deaths: 2,862 Number of vaccinated people: 241,724 The government is evaluating the possibility of allowing football stadiums to open and it will depend on the advance of the vaccination. The authorities were very specific in appoint that to make decisions besides advancing on the vaccination is mandatory to comply […]

The head of government, Claudia Sheinbaum, informed that Mexico City will continue orange light for the week of March 15th to March 21st.

Posted by México
On Tuesday March 16th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 2,166,290 Number of deaths: 194,710 Number of vaccinated people: 4,339,926 The head of government, Claudia Sheinbaum, informed that Mexico City will continue orange light for the week of March 15th to March 21st. For next week, the government will allow recreative activities to operate as bowling and casinos. Also, parks and gardens […]

The government Colombia announced that the sanitary emergency will be extended until May 31st

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On Monday March 1st, 2021

Number of Contagions:2,248,135 Number of deaths: 59,660 The government announced that the sanitary emergency will be extended until May 31st as well as some new measures due to the current situation and the economic reactivation process. Public and private with crowds are not allowed. The recommendation for people over70 years old is to stay at […]

The Government El Salvador of President Nayib Bukele initiated the national anti-COVID-19 vaccination plan a week ago.

Posted by México
On Monday March 1st, 2021

Number of Contagions:59,235 Number of deaths: 1,832 The Government of President Nayib Bukele initiated the national anti-COVID-19 vaccination plan a week ago. A pride for all Salvadorans, if one takes into account that the vast majority of nations have not yet managed to initiate this process to protect the health of their citizens. To date, […]

The Guatemala government informed that classes has started with a hybrid model.

Posted by México
On Monday March 1st, 2021

Number of Contagions: 173,142 Number of deaths: 6,334 The government informed that classes has started with a hybrid model however not all schools have the conditions to guarantee students a safe return and this is a risk for the cases to increase. The alert system that the government announced for this week allows 85 municipalities […]

The Costa Rica government announced that the vaccination plan continues and people of 80 years and older will be the first group in being vaccinated.

Posted by México
On Monday March 1st, 2021

Number of Contagions: 203,914 Number of deaths: 2,796 The government announced that the vaccination plan continues and people of 80 years and older will be the first group in being vaccinated. Vaccination for group 2 that incudes people of 58 years and older has started this week. On the other hand, the government has informed […]

The government Mexico informed that his week, the vaccination against the coronavirus of older adults continued.

Posted by México
On Monday March 1st, 2021

Number of Contagions: 2,069,370 Number of deaths: 183,692 The government informed that his week, the vaccination against the coronavirus of older adults continued, in the municipalities of Tláhuac, Iztacalco and Xochimilco. On the other hand, the Head of Government in Mexico City, Claudia Sheinbaum, anonuced that the epidemiological traffic light will continue in orange for […]

The authorities of Mexico City created a “virtual hospital”, which already has 400 cases of Covid-19

Posted by México
On Monday February 15th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 1,968,566 Number of deaths: 171,234 The authorities of Mexico City created a “virtual hospital”, which already has 400 cases of Covid-19, who are given care at home, with the aim of reducing demand of patients in hospitals. After 8 weeks with an epidemiological red light, Mexico City and the State of Mexico […]

The government Colombia announced that the vaccination campaign will begin on February 20th

Posted by Colombia
On Monday February 15th, 2021

Number of Contagions:2,190,116 Number of deaths: 57,425 The government announced that the vaccination campaign will begin on February 20th with vaccines that have been negotiated with Sinovac, Pfizer, Astra Zeneca, Moderna, Jansen and Sputnik V. On the other hand, the “Fondo de Acceso Global para vacunas (Covax)” confirmed that Colombia will also receive in February […]

El Salvador registers more than 50,000 people recovered from COVID-19

Posted by México
On Monday February 15th, 2021

Number of Contagions:56,653 Number of deaths: 1,719 El Salvador registers more than 50,000 people recovered from COVID-19, thanks to the efforts of health personnel facing the pandemic on the front line, an achievement that also confirms the correct decision of the Government of President Nayib Bukele to invest in the recovery of the 30 hospitals […]

The government Guatemala announced that schedule restriction will be canceled for shopping malls among other establishments.

Posted by México
On Monday February 15th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 165,532 Number of deaths: 6,023 The government announced that schedule restriction will be canceled for shopping malls among other establishments. President Giammatei informed that the contagions have decresed 7% in the last 15 days. On the other hand, the government informed that communal fairs will be allowed but without any parties, concerts, […]

The government Costa Rica announced that San Jose is now in orange alert due to the increase in contagions after being in yellow alert.

Posted by México
On Monday February 15th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 198,756 Number of deaths: 2,710 The government announced that San Jose is now in orange alert due to the increase in contagions after being in yellow alert. There are four more districts that are turning to orange alert as well. There are 7 districts are turning to yellow alert. The vehicle restriction […]

Colombia continues to get over the second wave of contagions of COVID 19 waiting for the vaccination plan to begin in February.

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday February 3rd, 2021

Colombia continues to get over the second wave of contagions of COVID 19 waiting for the vaccination plan to begin in February. January was marked by strict measures and mobility restrictions, especially in Bogota, Medellin and Cali, these measures have allowed a reduction in contagions. One of the measures that was applied to the main […]

The government El Salvador issued a law that will be valid until September 23rd

Posted by México
On Wednesday February 3rd, 2021

Number of Contagions:53,989 Number of deaths: 1,599 The government issued a law that will be valid until September 23rd. This law promotes work journeys of four days and rest the other 3 days of the week and only 3 people in a cab is allowed. The use of facemask is mandatory at the time of […]

The Guatemala Ministry of health announced that they are moving forward with the elaboration of the vaccination national plan

Posted by México
On Wednesday February 3rd, 2021

Number of Contagions: 157,595 Number of deaths: 5,543 The Ministry of health announced that they are moving forward with the elaboration of the vaccination national plan. The vice minister of the Ministry of Health informed that it will be mandatory for the citizens to have their DPI to have a registry that they received the […]

The Costa Rica government announced that the measures for vehicle restriction will continue during February

Posted by México
On Wednesday February 3rd, 2021

Number of Contagions: 192,637 Number of deaths: 2,599 The government announced that the measures for vehicle restriction will continue during February and will be as follows: They will apply from Monday to Sunday from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., the traffic according to the plate number will remain during the week, cars with pair plates […]

The Secretary of Foreign Relations, Marcelo Ebrard announced that the Covax mechanism will supply of vaccines to Mexico, in the months of February and March.

Posted by México
On Wednesday February 3rd, 2021

Number of Contagions: 1,825,519 Number of deaths: 155,145 The Secretary of Foreign Relations, Marcelo Ebrard announced that the Covax mechanism will supply of vaccines to Mexico, in the months of February and March. He also announced that the Russian government had provided all the necessary documents to the Mexican government, to verify the effectiveness of […]

The Colombian Government has extended the quarantine until March 1st due to the increase of cases.

Posted by Colombia
On Monday January 18th, 2021

The Colombian Government has extended the quarantine until March 1st due to the increase of cases. Measures have begun to be taken in each municipality according to the high occupancy of ICU. In case of Bogota, city with the highest number of cases in the country, estrict quarantine has been implemented again. In cities like […]

The General Directorate of Migration and Immigration of El Salvador revealed to CNN that Avianca airline will be fined up to US $ 6,000.

Posted by México
On Monday January 18th, 2021

Number of Contagions:50,157 Number of deaths: 1,459 The General Directorate of Migration and Immigration of El Salvador revealed to CNN that Avianca airline will be fined up to US $ 6,000. The decision was made after staff detected at the San Óscar Arnulfo Romero airport, located 40 kilometers from the city of San Salvador, that […]

The ministry of heath has announced that the entrance to the country is restricted for people traveling from United Kingdom, North Ireland and South Africa due to the new COVID 19 strain.

Posted by México
On Monday January 18th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 146,937 Number of deaths: 5,151 The ministry of heath has announced that the entrance to the country is restricted for people traveling from United Kingdom, North Ireland and South Africa due to the new COVID 19 strain. There is an exception for citizens and foreign citizens with a legal residence. If a […]

The Costa Rica government announced that there will be a reduction on the capacity at bars and casinos

Posted by México
On Monday January 18th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 183,242 Number of deaths: 2,401 The government announced that there will be a reduction on the capacity at bars and casinos, the capacity allowed will be of 25%, national parks can operate at 50% of their capacity. From January 13th until January 31st, the access to the beaches will be from 5:00 […]

A total of 439,729 doses were delivered by the US Pfizer Company to the Mexican government.

Posted by México
On Monday January 18th, 2021

Number of Contagions: 1,588,369 Number of deaths: 137,916 A total of 439,729 doses were delivered by the US Pfizer Company to the Mexican government. Before starting this vaccination massive plan in the country, the undersecretary of Prevention and Health Promotion, Hugo López-Gatell announced that in the last 24 hours 4,032 people have been vaccinated in […]

The Colombian Government announced that the Sanitary Emergency will continue until February 28,2021 to maintain all the sanitary System alert.

Posted by Colombia
On Monday December 7th, 2020

Number of Contagions: 1,371,103 Number of deaths: 37.808 The Colombian Government announced that the Sanitary Emergency will continue until February 28,2021 to maintain all the sanitary System alert. With this emergency also is extended the preventive isolation with individual distancing until January 16, 2021, with these measures the government will avoid a second wave of […]

The government announced that due to the relaxation of preventive measures, El Salvador can experiment a second wave of contagions.

Posted by México
On Monday December 7th, 2020

Number of Contagions:39,130 Number of deaths: 1,134 The government announced that due to the relaxation of preventive measures, El Salvador can experiment a second wave of contagions. The ministry of health encouraged the citizens to comply with all the sanitary measures to avoid an increase in contagions. On the other hand, the government informed that […]

Guatemala after 9 months of being closed, parks and hostals will open on December 4th, however visitors must comply with the protocols that each establishment has.

Posted by México
On Monday December 7th, 2020

Number of Contagions: 124,053 Number of deaths: 4,209 After 9 months of being closed, parks and hostals will open on December 4th, however visitors must comply with the protocols that each establishment has. It was informed that to guarantee the security of people they have made some modifications in how to attend visitors, that is […]

Costa Rica ministry of health sent a message to the citizens due to the new year celebrations that are coming soon.

Posted by México
On Monday December 7th, 2020

Number of Contagions: 142,505 Number of deaths: 1,757 Ministry of health sent a message to the citizens due to the new year celebrations that are coming soon. He indicated that this year will be different and if the citizens insist in celebrating, then there will be an increase in contagions. He insisted that the citizens […]

Mexico City will remain in orange light with a high alert to red light due to the increase in hospitalizations.

Posted by México
On Monday December 7th, 2020

Number of Contagions: 1,144,643 Number of deaths: 108,173 Mexico City will remain in orange light with a high alert to red light due to the increase in hospitalizations. The head of Government informed that the use of QR code when people enter to an establishment will be reinforced in public transportation. Also, she informed that […]

Colombia continues with the economic reactivation that started on September 2020 under the selective isolation model.

Posted by Colombia
On Monday November 23rd, 2020

Number of Contagions:1,248,417 Number of deaths: 35,287 Colombia continues with the economic reactivation that started on September 2020 under the selective isolation model. However, one of the sectors that has been more affected due to the COVID 19 pandemic is tourism, because of that, the national Government has taken some economic measures to support their […]

Despite the emergencies due to the rains, the Government of President Nayib Bukele has not lost sight of the COVID-19 pandemic. Actions to combat the virus and care for patients confirmed with the disease have continued to develop.

Posted by México
On Monday November 23rd, 2020

Number of Contagions:37,562 Number of deaths: 1,081 Despite the emergencies due to the rains, the Government of President Nayib Bukele has not lost sight of the COVID-19 pandemic. Actions to combat the virus and care for patients confirmed with the disease have continued to develop. On Thursday 141 new confirmed cases were detected, which means […]

Guatemala ministry of public health announced measures for social reunions.

Posted by México
On Monday November 23rd, 2020

Number of Contagions: 118,6289 Number of deaths: 4,076 Ministry of public health announced measures for social reunions: People who assist to these reunions must comply with the sanitary protocols in order to detect people who has symptoms. People who have symptoms of a respiratory infection are not allowed to assist to these reunions. Mandatory use […]

Costa Rica ministry of health has announced that they may start applying the vaccine against COVID 19 on the first cuatrimester of 202.

Posted by México
On Monday November 23rd, 2020

Number of Contagions: 129,418 Number of deaths: 1,608 Ministry of health has announced that they may start applying the vaccine against COVID 19 on the first cuatrimester of 202. As previously informed the vaccine will be applied to the vulnerable citizens. The ministry of health informed that children are going to be out of this […]

The Head of Government in Mexico,reported that Mexico City will continue with an orange traffic light with an alert, from November 23th to the 29th, because of the continuing trend in hospitalizations due to Covid-19.

Posted by México
On Monday November 23rd, 2020

Number of Contagions: 1,041,875 Number of deaths: 101,676 The Head of Government in Mexico,reported that Mexico City will continue with an orange traffic light with an alert, from November 23th to the 29th, because of the continuing trend in hospitalizations due to Covid-19. She highlighted that from November 12th to 19th, hospital occupancy increased from […]

Since the beginning of September, Colombia has entered in a new phase of the COVID 19 pandemic, called “Aislamiento Selectivo con distanciamiento individual responsable”

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday November 10th, 2020

Since the beginning of September, Colombia has entered in a new phase of the COVID 19 pandemic, called “Aislamiento Selectivo con distanciamiento individual responsable”, in which the country economy has begun to reactivate, after more than 5 months of quarantine the Colombian government has announced that this isolation will extend until December 1st. This extension […]

The health measures that the Government of President Nayib Bukele to prevent COVID-19 has kept El Salvador with the lowest rate of infections in Central America.

Posted by México
On Tuesday November 10th, 2020

The health measures that the Government of President Nayib Bukele to prevent COVID-19 has kept El Salvador with the lowest rate of infections in Central America. In addition to the lower number of people who died from this disease. The Government has not lowered its guard with the implementation of preventive health measures such as […]

Movie theaters were open this past weekend, some of the measures to enter are, mandatory use of facemask and buy your tickets online.

Posted by México
On Tuesday November 10th, 2020

Movie theaters were open this past weekend, some of the measures to enter are, mandatory use of facemask and buy your tickets online. Employees must take the temperature of each customer and the capacity per theater is 20%. Cinepolis informed that they have opened most of their branches. The protocols that are implemented consider a […]

The government Costa Rica announced that big churches can have 300 people in their services.

Posted by México
On Tuesday November 10th, 2020

The government announced that big churches can have 300 people in their services. The ministry of health has approved this capacity to big churches that are able to respect 1.8 meters of social distancing however the use of face mask is mandatory. Another measure is that the service cannot last more that one hour and […]

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Head of Government of Mexico City, Claudia Sheinbaum, announced that the epidemiological traffic light continues in orange with an alert.

Posted by México
On Tuesday November 10th, 2020

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Head of Government of Mexico City, Claudia Sheinbaum, announced that the epidemiological traffic light continues in orange with an alert. She informed that due to the increase in hospital occupancy, there will be new measures for some establishments such as restaurants, gyms, and casinos. The new schedule for these […]

Since March 13, a lot of Colombian companies implemented home office schemes in administrative areas to prevent coronavirus transmission.

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday October 21st, 2020

Since March 13, a lot of Colombian companies implemented home office schemes in administrative areas to prevent coronavirus transmission. Currently, a high percentage of employees show interest in a model that combines the presence in the office and home office. This is the case of Ecopetrol that will apply a mix scheme nationally. Commerce sales […]

El Salvador registers an increase in Covid-19 cases and asks to the citizens to reinforce measures.

Posted by México
On Wednesday October 21st, 2020

El Salvador registers an increase in Covid-19 cases and asks to the citizens to reinforce measures. The increase in diagnoses “turned on the alerts in the Ministry of Health,” where they are reviewing compliance with all biosafety protocols. That is why the Minister Francisco Alabi recommended to the population to strength preventive measures to fight […]

The epidemiological light alert for the next fifteen days in Guatemala established that there will be less districts in red alert and more in orange and yellow.

Posted by México
On Wednesday October 21st, 2020

The epidemiological light alert for the next fifteen days in Guatemala established that there will be less districts in red alert and more in orange and yellow. Guatemala City will continue in orange alert. The epidemiological was implemented to start the gradual re opening of the economic, social, and religious activities. On the other hand, […]

The government Costa Rica has announced the requirements to enter the country as tourists. They must fill the epidemiological application online denominated Health pass

Posted by México
On Wednesday October 21st, 2020

The government has announced the requirements to enter the country as tourists. They must fill the epidemiological application online denominated Health pass that was issued by the ministry of health. The tourists have to hire a travel insurance that covers at least lodging and medical expenses generated by COVID 19, offered by any of the […]

Mexico City will continue with an orange epidemiological traffic light with alert from October 19th to 25th, reported the Secretary of Health, Oliva López.

Posted by México
On Wednesday October 21st, 2020

Mexico City will continue with an orange epidemiological traffic light with alert from October 19th to 25th, reported the Secretary of Health, Oliva López. In a press videoconference, the capital city official explained that in recent days there was a slight increase in daily hospital admissions due to Covid-19. The Secretary of Health also indicated […]

The Colombian government has issued a new stay at home order for “Selective Isolation” until November 1, 2020, even though the number of coronavirus infections has steadily decreased in Colombia.

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday October 7th, 2020

The Colombian government has issued a new stay at home order for “Selective Isolation” until November 1, 2020, even though the number of coronavirus infections has steadily decreased in Colombia. The new order contains rules for preventing the spread of coronavirus, biosafety protocols, social distancing measures and emphasizes the public should avoid large gatherings. The […]

El Salvador will ask all passengers to provide a PCR test not older than 72 hours before their flight and must be negative in order to enter the country.

Posted by México
On Tuesday October 6th, 2020

The government will ask all passengers to provide a PCR test not older than 72 hours before their flight and must be negative in order to enter the country. They added that in case a passenger does not provide this test will not be allowed to enter the country. On the other hand, the government […]

Guatemala is now in orange light alert, according to the data, there still are 163 districts in red light, 109 in orange light and 68 in yellow light.

Posted by México
On Tuesday October 6th, 2020

Guatemala is now in orange light alert, according to the data, there still are 163 districts in red light, 109 in orange light and 68 in yellow light. Establishments like bars, restaurants, movie theaters and theaters are allowed to reopen under strict sanitary measures. The ministry of health modified the alert system and allowed to […]

Costa Rica announced that on October 9th, casinos that are located inside the hotels can reopen at 50% of their capacity but they are not allowed to serve alcoholic beverages.

Posted by México
On Tuesday October 6th, 2020

The government announced that on October 9th, casinos that are located inside the hotels can reopen at 50% of their capacity but they are not allowed to serve alcoholic beverages. They must take the people temperature at the entrance, disinfect tables and game machines social distance of 1.8 meters between each game machine. On the […]

Mexico is increasingly adapting to the ‘New normal’, with less entities in a high epidemic risk.

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On Tuesday October 6th, 2020

Mexico is increasingly adapting to the ‘New normal’, with less entities in a high epidemic risk. The active positives estimated by COVID-19 are in a slight downward trend, but there are still a big number of infected people in the most affected states. That is why government recommendations do not change regarding care to avoid […]

Currently to avoid the spread of Covid-19, Colombia has been since September 1st and is currently in a “Selective Isolation” phase until September 30.

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On Thursday September 17th, 2020

Currently to avoid the spread of Covid-19, Colombia has been since September 1st and is currently in a “Selective Isolation” phase until September 30. The government is analyzing whether the country should continue in this stage or not. The government’s declared Public Health Emergency is issued through November 30. Bogota continues to be the region […]

President Nayib Bukele said on his social networks that after 21 days of the economic reopening, “we do not see a sustained increase in the cases detected.”

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On Thursday September 17th, 2020

President Nayib Bukele said on his social networks that after 21 days of the economic reopening, “we do not see a sustained increase in the cases detected.” He also mentioned that there are more than 2,600 empty beds in hospitals and calls to 132 also remain low. He mentioned that “our epidemiologists believe that this […]

The Civil Aeronautical Director (Francis Argueta), informed that flights will start operating on September 18th

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On Thursday September 17th, 2020

The Civil Aeronautical Director (Francis Argueta), informed that flights will start operating on September 18th, he added that the protocols have been defined together with Central America to have restrictions at the airport. He announced that from now on, when a passenger arrives to the airport, it will not be allowed that family and friends […]

The government announced that the use of face mask is mandatory in establishments like banks, shops, transportation services, among others.

Posted by México
On Thursday September 17th, 2020

The government announced that the use of face mask is mandatory in establishments like banks, shops, transportation services, among others. The citizens that are obliged to use protection equipment ( face mask, face shield, gloves) are: people who are in contact with the public, public transportation drivers, people who are in charge of religious services, […]

The Head of government (Claudia Sheinbaum) announced that for the week of September 21st to September 27th, the capital of the country will continue in orange light and she asked the citizenship to continue using face mask as a preventive measure.

Posted by México
On Thursday September 17th, 2020

The Head of government (Claudia Sheinbaum) announced that for the week of September 21st to September 27th, the capital of the country will continue in orange light and she asked the citizenship to continue using face mask as a preventive measure. Gyms can re-open with a 30% of their capacity and appointment is needed only […]

Since September, Colombia has entered a new phase after five months of a stay at home order, called “Selective Isolation.” The new phase significantly eases restrictions on the movement of people.

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday September 1st, 2020

Since September, Colombia has entered a new phase after five months of a stay at home order, called “Selective Isolation.” The new phase significantly eases restrictions on the movement of people. The only activities that are prohibited are nightclubs, public or private events that involve large gatherings (more than 50 people) and consuming alcohol in […]

The President Nayib Bukele assured that there have been 18 days of a reduction in number of cases of COVID-19 in the country. 131 cases were detected in 2,485 tests carried out and classified as 105 local and 26 imported.

Posted by México
On Tuesday September 1st, 2020

The President Nayib Bukele assured that there have been 18 days of a reduction in number of cases of COVID-19 in the country. 131 cases were detected in 2,485 tests carried out and classified as 105 local and 26 imported. “18 consecutive days with less cases have been detected. That this trend continues will depend […]

Since the restrictions relaxation to mobilize in the country, more hotels are reopening to offer food and lodging service, however the occupation seems to be slow.

Posted by México
On Tuesday September 1st, 2020

Since the restrictions relaxation to mobilize in the country, more hotels are reopening to offer food and lodging service, however the occupation seems to be slow. The hotel occupancy has been of 30% on weekends. Some citizens have decided to travel to some districts, and this has allowed an increase in hotel occupation. The first […]

The phase for controlled reopening is close to happen but not all services will be available

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On Tuesday September 1st, 2020

The phase for controlled reopening is close to happen but not all services will be available. From August 31st, the country will be in a transition stage, this stage will be from August 31st to September 8th. Starting on September 9th, there will be some changes, the vehicle restriction will be 2 days per week […]

The Ministry of Education (Esteban Moctezuma Barragán) informed that the school term started the past Monday August 24th in a remotely way due to the Covid-19 pandemic

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On Tuesday September 1st, 2020

The Ministry of Education (Esteban Moctezuma Barragán) informed that the school term started the past Monday August 24th in a remotely way due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Because of the current situation, the classes will be broadcasted on television for preschool, elementary, middle school and high school. The “Learn at Home II” program will be […]

On August 13th, the president of Mexico announced that the vaccine against COVID 19 may be available in the first trimester of 2021.

Posted by México
On Monday August 17th, 2020

Mexico On August 13th, the president of Mexico (Andrés Manuel López Obrador) and the Secretary of Foreign Affairs (Marcelo Ebrard Casaubon), announced that the vaccine against COVID 19 may be available in the first trimester of 2021.1 The Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Marcelo Ebrard, informed about the details of the agreement between the government of […]

Last strict stay at home order in Bogotá

Posted by Colombia
On Monday August 17th, 2020

Last strict stay at home order in Bogotá In the capital, from August 16 to August 30, the last strict stay at home order began in the following seven towns: Chapinero, Santa Fe, Puente Aranda, Usaquén, Teusaquillo, La Candelaria and Antonio Nariño. These locations subject to very strict stay at home order because of the […]

The Colombian president announced an extension of mandatory stay at home order until August 30 of this year as part of an expanded coronavirus mitigation strategy.

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday August 5th, 2020

The Colombian president announced an extension of mandatory stay at home order until August 30 of this year as part of an expanded coronavirus mitigation strategy. It is the eighth consecutive occasion in which the president extends the stay at home order, effective since March 23 of this year and which has undergone modifications and […]

The government announced that currently they are in phase 1 of reopening, meaning that people must maintain home office when is possible.

Posted by México
On Wednesday August 5th, 2020

Security protocols must be followed according to the Ministry of health. The government announced that currently they are in phase 1 of reopening, meaning that people must maintain home office when is possible. Security protocols must be followed according to the Ministry of health. Regulations for this phase are: Food and medicines must be by […]

On July 27th, the Ministry of Health announced the sanitary alert system which is based in 4 colors: red, orange, yellow and green.

Posted by México
On Wednesday August 5th, 2020

On July 27th, the Ministry of Health announced the sanitary alert system which is based in 4 colors: red, orange, yellow and green. The regulations for the municipalities that are in orange alert are: Public transportation can operate at 50% of their capacity Social distancing of 1.5 meters is required in markets. Access is denied […]

Public transportation must comply with the regulations that will be applying since August 1st.

Posted by México
On Wednesday August 5th, 2020

Public transportation must comply with the regulations that will be applying since August 1st. The government informed that in orange and yellow alert, public transportation as cabs and buses will operate regularly however, buses can operate at their maximum capacity, but all passengers must be seated. Ministry of health informed that the use of face […]

The Secretary of Public Education (Esteban Moctezuma), informed that the school term will start on August 24th due COVID 19.

Posted by México
On Wednesday August 5th, 2020

The Secretary of Public Education (Esteban Moctezuma), informed that the school term will start on August 24th due COVID 19. 1 “Classes will be in person when the light is green following all the sanitary protocols, meanwhile, virtual classes are not entertainment broadcasts and classes will have curricular value,” said Esteban Moctezuma. This […]

Nayib Bukele, the President of El Salvador, reversed the second phase of the reopening of economic activities scheduled for July 21st

Posted by México
On Wednesday July 22nd, 2020

El Salvador Nayib Bukele, the President of El Salvador, reversed the second phase of the reopening of economic activities scheduled for July 21st , after evaluating recommendations from experts and health authorities related to the coronavirus epidemic.7 The President reiterated on Saturday, July 18th, his intention to reopen this week the export and manufacturing industry, and […]

The ministry of health announced that since this Saturday the statistics will be canalized by a digital platform

Posted by México
On Wednesday July 22nd, 2020

Guatemala The ministry of health announced that since this Saturday the statistics will be canalized by a digital platform. Guatemala reported the first case on March 15th, and since then Alejandro Giammattei ordered several measures to contain the pandemic as closing borders and the prohibition of public transportation. He established a partial curfew and the […]

According to the government, new measures will apply from this week until July 31st. The reopening of establishment and vehicle restriction will depend on the alert in each district.

Posted by México
On Wednesday July 22nd, 2020

Costa Rica According to the government, new measures will apply from this week until July 31st. The reopening of establishment and vehicle restriction will depend on the alert in each district. The only establishments that can open in orange alert are: supermarkets, bakeries, funeraries, banks and financial services, this establishments can operate at a 50% […]

The head of government (Claudia Sheinbaum) announced this Friday July 17th that Mexico City will continue in orange light.

Posted by México
On Wednesday July 22nd, 2020

The head of government (Claudia Sheinbaum) announced this Friday July 17th that Mexico City will continue in orange light. She informed that the city is not prepared for the yellow light yet. The reopening of activities like: shops, hotels, restaurants, street markets, beauty parlors and shopping centers will continue, at 30% of their capacity.1 […]

The Colombian government has decided to extend the stay at home order

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On Wednesday July 22nd, 2020

The Colombian government has decided to extend the stay at home order*[1] until the first of August, with some important modifications to support the reopening of the economy and their citizen’s quality of life. The new government decree (No. 990 of July 9, 2020) contains 44 exceptions, applicable during the next 15 days of the […]

The new era of the USMCA

Posted by México
On Wednesday July 22nd, 2020

The treaty between Mexico, the United States and Canada marked a new beginning after 26 years ending the era of the USMCA. This agreement will give rise to new chapters on labor, environmental and energy matters. Coming into force on July 1, 2020, after marathon transactions for a year between the three countries involved. In […]

El Salvador government was supposed to enter to the second phase of the economic reopening

Posted by México
On Wednesday July 8th, 2020

El Salvador government was supposed to enter to the second phase of the economic reopening, however the government authorities reported that it will be postponed for other 15 days due to the increase in cases of COVID-19. Initially the reopening plan of phase two was considered for July 7th. But, those activities will be postponed […]

The Ministry of Economy informed that according to the health and security measures issued by the Ministry of labor and social security on June 14th, 2020

Posted by México
On Wednesday July 8th, 2020

The Ministry of Economy informed that according to the health and security measures issued by the Ministry of labor and social security on June 14th, 2020, companies must ask authorization to the government in order to start with the transportation of their staff. Security guidelines are as follows: Coordinate lines to board the bus […]

Due to the increase in COVID 19 cases, the government informed that they wouldextend the orange alert through more districts within the country.

Posted by México
On Wednesday July 8th, 2020

Due to the increase in COVID 19 cases, the government informed that they would extend the orange alert through more districts within the country. The measures will apply from July 3rd to July 13th and are as follows: During the week: Comercial activity can operate from 5:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. except for churches, public […]

The Head of Government, informed that Mexico City continues in “orange light” of COVID-19

Posted by México
On Wednesday July 8th, 2020

The Head of Government (Claudia Sheinbaum), informed that Mexico City continues in “orange light” of COVID-19 and the reopening of shopping malls will be postponed until July 08th. 1 For the cities that are in orange light, government informed which establishments can operate: hotels, restaurants, coffee shops, parks, plazas and open public spaces at […]

Colombia begins the second half of 2020 with the desire to reactive the economy

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday July 8th, 2020

Colombia begins the second half of 2020 with the desire to reactive the economy, while giving special attention to the increase in cases in Bogotá, Cali, Barranquilla and Cartagena. In these cities the number of available ICU beds are approaching the limit. It is possible Colombia is entering the high peak of the coronavirus pandemic. […]

Mexico City will remain in red color

Posted by México
On Tuesday June 23rd, 2020

Mexico After three weeks of the “New Normal” and with the Epidemiological Traffic Light operating in the country, Mexico City will remain in red color. Originally the head of Government (Claudia Sheinbaum), indicated that the capital of the country would change to orange this Monday, June 22nd. However, she reported that the restart of commercial […]

Colombia prepares for return of domestic flights in July

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On Tuesday June 23rd, 2020

As Colombia prepares for return of domestic flights in July, cities like Cartagena hope their economy will recover through tourism, a sector that has been unable to function during the pandemic. Municipalities and local governments along the coast are also drafting measures and protocols for the use of beaches. As for the new economic measures […]

Social distancing measures to prevent the spread of Covid-19

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday June 11th, 2020

The second cycle of social distancing measures to prevent the spread of Covid-19 continues in Colombia until June 30. Regional and local leaders have been granted the freedom to gradually resume economic activities in their territories. Currently the government’s priority is to focus on energizing the business sectors. As for air transportation, airports will continue […]

Mexico continues Phase 3 of coronavirus

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On Thursday June 11th, 2020

Mexico Mexico continues Phase 3 of coronavirus. On June 1st started the ‘New Normality’, imposed by the Mexican Government, which is based in maintaining the operation of considered essential activities and just in some estates restarting operations of mining, construction, and automobile industries. The ‘New Normal’ includes an epidemiological four-step “traffic light” model that will […]

The Colombian government announced new COVID-19 measures

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday May 21st, 2020

Colombia The Colombian government announced new COVID-19 measures, these measures come after the government consulted with the experts from the Ministry of Health and their assessment of the epidemic curve across various regions in the country. The current stay at home order is extended until May 31st, 2020. The state of emergency continues for 3 […]

Mexico continues to be on Phase 3 of coronavirus

Posted by México
On Thursday May 21st, 2020

Mexico Mexico continues to be on Phase 3 of coronavirus; recently the undersecretary of health Hugo Lopez-Gatell, informed that “serological surveys” will be carried out to recognize the proportion of people who currently has immunity to COVID-19. A serological survey is an interview to recognize certain characteristics: demographic and social but must importantly to acquire […]

The beginning of the first phase to the “reopening” of Guatemala

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On Thursday May 7th, 2020

Guatemala The President of Guatemala, Alejandro Giammattei, announced on May 1st, the beginning of the first phase to the “reopening” of the country after 50 days in quarantine on May 3rd. The president’s provision maintains the curfew in force from 6 in the afternoon to 4 in the morning, but also contemplates “the development of […]

Costa Rica remains in Phase 3 of cotagius by coronavirus

Posted by México
On Thursday May 7th, 2020

Costa Rica Costa Rica remains in Phase 3 of contagion by coronavirus, for this reason the country is preparing a treatment from the blood of people recovered from this disease. The initiative is in the hands of the Clodomiro Picado Institute at the University of Costa Rica. According to this center, the treatment is pioneering […]

México is currently in Phase 3.

Posted by México
On Thursday May 7th, 2020

Mexico Mexico is currently in Phase 3. Hugo Lopez-Gatell, informed that the highpoint of the contagion will be on May 6th and will start decreasing, only if the citizenship continues to stick to the sanitary measures, otherwise, this projection could not be fulfilled, therefore, the entire society is urged not to relax the measures of […]

Stay home until May 25

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday May 7th, 2020

The President of Colombia, Ivan Duque, announced the current stay at home order and state of emergency is extended for a third time from Monday, May 11 until May 25. This is the third extension of the state of emergency which began on March 24, 2020 to slow down the spread of COVID-19, save lives […]

Ivan Duque announced the current stay at home

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On Thursday April 23rd, 2020

The President of Colombia, Ivan Duque, announced the current stay at home order and state of emergency is extended until May 11. The president also announced additional economic and social measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 as well as the lifting of certain restrictions and partial opening of the economy: On April 27, some […]

COVID-19 UPDATE

Posted by México
On Thursday April 23rd, 2020

COVID-19 UPDATE Mexico On April 21st, Mexico declared the start of Phase 3, the announcement was made by the undersecretary of health Hugo Lopez-Gatell. He also highlighted that the measures corresponding to this new phase had already been implemented in phase 2, however, there is a new measure, the healthy distance […]

COVID-19 INFO COLOMBIA

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday April 8th, 2020

Colombian President Iván Duque announced the following new orders to mitigate the spread of Covid-19 on April 6, 2020: · – The current stay at home orders are extended from April 13 until Sunday, April 26 at 11:59 pm in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and to avoid straining the Colombian health care […]

COVID-19 INFO PER COUNTRY 07-04-2020

Posted by México
On Wednesday April 8th, 2020

Mexico’s efforts to stem the coronavirus spread continues, the country is currently in Phase 2, in addition to the official sanitary measures now the government is closing public beaches this Holy Week including Acapulco, Ixtapa, Cancun, and Los Cabos. Furthermore, beaches in the south of the country will be close until April 30. At the […]

Comunicado COVID-19 México y Centroamérica

Posted by México
On Thursday March 26th, 2020

Mexico There are a series of actions taken by the Mexican government most of them contained in the plan “National Program of Healthy Distance” in which the government of Mexico proposed four guiding axes to prevent the spread of the virus in the country between March 23 and April 19: 1.Take basic preventative measures: wash […]

Comunicado COVID-19 Colombia

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday March 26th, 2020

The following is an updated summary of the Colombian government’s main orders to mitigate the spread of Covid-19 in the country, through today, March 24, 2020: According to decree 457 of 2020, the Colombian government has enacted a mandatory quarantine throughout the country. The quarantine begins this Wednesday, March 25 at 0:00 a.m. and […]

Economists foresee more foreign investment in Mexico this 2020

Posted by México
On Thursday March 12th, 2020

Mexico has a privileged geographical location that makes it a highly-attractive destination for many sectors, among them, manufacturing and services (specially for automotive and aerospace industries) and after the USA rectification of the USMC in the past months, economists predict an increase in foreing investments this 2020. President Andres Manuel López Obrador had a meeting […]

COLOMBIAN INFRASTRUCTURE FACING 2020

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On Thursday March 12th, 2020

With the growth of the Colombian economy and the emphasis that the government has placed on the development of infrastructure, 2020 presents itself as a year full of major construction projects that will further boost the economy and also generate a favorable scenario for the growth of other sectors. One of the most important projects, […]

CARTAGENA DE INDIAS, CRADLE OF IMPORTANT FESTIVALS IN THE REGION

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday February 13th, 2020

The city of Cartagena de Indias is internationally recognized as one of the most important tourist destinations in Colombia and Latin America. In addition to having a rich history that is reflected in its gorgeous architecture, the city is also recognized for its festivals, which usually take place during the first months of the year […]

Last January 30, Donald Trump

Posted by México
On Thursday February 13th, 2020

On January 30th, 2020, Donald Trump, president of the United States signed an implementation law for the USMCA in presence of the Mexican representatives Graciela Marquez and Marcelo Ebrard. This event is the closure for a long process of ratification that lasted more than a year. The ratification of the USMCA agreement will benefit many […]

CHANGES IN COLOMBIAN MIGRATORY REGULATIONS

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday January 9th, 2020

During the last months of 2019, Migración Colombia issued a series of new regulations in Colombia regarding the entry of foreign citizens to the country. One of the most discussed norms is Resolution No. 3167 of 2019, which modified the regulation regarding the Entry and Permanence Permit (Permiso de Ingreso y Permanencia – PIP). The […]

Views for Mexico investment during 2020

Posted by México
On Thursday January 9th, 2020

Excellent outlooks come with 2020 for the growth of investments in Mexico. According to the estimates of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), 2020 can have a growth of 1.2%, which contemplates a great difference if one takes into account that the 2019 estimate was 0.2%. These estimates are based on the results […]

COLOMBIA WALKS FIRMLY TOWARDS GREATER PRODUCTIVITY

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday November 5th, 2019

On October 8th 2019, the Global Competitiveness Report (GCR) for the year 2019, developed by the World Economic Forum, was presented in Geneva, Switzerland. The GCR included the analysis of twelve key indicators to determine the level of competitiveness of 141 economies, that represent 99% of the global Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and 94% of […]

3 port projects in Mexico with an investment of 944 million

Posted by México
On Tuesday November 5th, 2019

In order to connect mexican products to European and Asian markets, while firming up the bonds with the United States, Caxxor Group firm has planned an investment of 944 millions dollars on three port projects in Mexican coasts. National Standard Finance operations, Caxxor Group, in partnership with ACXESA, will begin construction of Puerto Chiapas in […]

COLOMBIA PROMOTES ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION AND ECONOMIC GROWTH

Posted by Colombia
On Monday October 14th, 2019

Colombia is the first country in Latin America to launch the “National Strategy for Circular Economy” (“CE”) with the dual goals conserving the environment while enhancing economic growth. CE consists of a model favoring the 3 R’s “reduce, re-use and recycle” particularly within the current supply chains of goods consumed in the country through the […]

The Aerospace Valley in Queretaro, Mexico

Posted by México
On Monday October 14th, 2019

The Aerospace Valley in Queretaro, Mexico, is a pioneer in the industry in the whole country. With a Space Cluster, including Universities, technological schools, investigation and develop centers, maintenance, repair and operations (MNO’s) and production enterprises, this state offers new possibilities for aeronautical and space needs around the world. This type of development exists in […]

Growth in the Fintech Sector in Colombia

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday September 17th, 2019

Colombia’s Fintech industry is growing at a rapid pace and is expected to be a sector the government will continue to promote and individual and commercial investors will continue to invest in. By way of background, Fintech (a combination of the words “Finace” and “technology”) are companies serving the financial sector using technology to facilitate […]

Differences between NAFTA and USMCAN

Posted by México
On Tuesday September 17th, 2019

Differences between NAFTA and USMCAN, the new trade agreement between Mexico, USA and Canada. 25 years after the creation of NAFTA, Canada, USA and Mexico have reached a new free trade agreement. This new treaty started with the request of president Donald Trump, who considered the original treaty as “a mess” for his country. The […]

Colombia strengthens ties with the E.U.

Posted by Colombia
On Friday August 2nd, 2019

The European Union (E.U.) is one of the most important economic and political actors in the world. According to the reports from the International Monetary Fund, four of the ten largest economies in the world, with a combined $18.749 billion USD Gross Domestic Product according to World Bank data, are part of the E.U. The […]

Monterrey has become a growth point in infrastructure

Posted by México
On Friday August 2nd, 2019

The city of Monterrey has become a place of great importance at the national level, this due to its constant growth and proximity to the northern country; which makes it a city with a projection for a wide variety of infrastructure and development for its inhabitants. This city has different elements to highlight and especially […]

New immigration regulations for Venezuelans in Colombia

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday July 23rd, 2019

More than one million Venezuelan citizens apply annually for the issuance or renewal of their passport. These procedures are currently almost impossible to perform because of very high costs, lack of original materials necessary for submission and Maduro’s government’s interest in stopping the departure of Venezuelan nationals. For this reason and in line with […]

Dos Bocas Refinery

Posted by México
On Tuesday July 23rd, 2019

Mobility in Mexico is essential, between buses, trucks, cars, motorcycles, trailers, semi-trailers and rigid vehicles circulate about 40 million a day, this implies a very important need for fuel. Diesel, gasoline and vehicular natural gas to name a few. Because the high demand and the high cost of fuel, there is a need to […]

The mineral-energy sector in Colombia.

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday June 13th, 2019

Colombia’s economy benefits heavily from its exports of raw materials particularly the from its mining-energy sector. Colombia’s top exports include coal, nickel and gold. These exports are produced in various areas of the country including northern areas such as La Guajira, Cesar and Córdoba. Throughout recent years, the role of mining in Colombia has been […]

Private equity funds that want to invest in Mexico

Posted by México
On Thursday June 13th, 2019

Mexico is one of the emerging economies in the world, has a macroeconomic stability that allows the reduction of inflation and interest rates. The agricultural, industrial and service systems have positioned the country’s economy as number 2 in Latin America. The positive numbers that are reflected, the country’s finances and the projects that are being […]

Traveling the corners of the Magical Towns

Posted by México
On Monday May 20th, 2019

Mexico is a country full of magic and cultural richness, that attraction is not only in its main cities, but in the small details such as: beautiful landscapes, full of color for their crafts, their cobbled streets, the smell of their food, among others; that you can find in the 121 Magic Towns that you […]

Colombian emeralds, economic growth engine

Posted by Colombia
On Monday May 20th, 2019

Emerald stones are a sought-after precious gem, traditionally associated with Colombia. Colombia is one of the main producers and exporters of emerald stones. Today, Colombia is the third largest producer, after Zambia and Brazil, but remains the leader in terms of export sales. Most of the production of Colombian emeralds comes from the department of […]

Maya Train: Tourist attraction and benefit to the community

Posted by México
On Tuesday April 30th, 2019

The railway line known as "Maya Train", is the largest infrastructure project of the current government, which will travel 1525 kilometers. Its construction began on December 16, 2018 in Palenque, Chiapas.

New Business Incubator in Colombia: An Opportunity for the Growth of the Economy

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday April 30th, 2019

Bearing in mind the leading role that these types of organizations can play in the growth of a country's economy, the Colombian government has taken actions to take advantage of these opportunities as part of its policy.

Mexico and its beautiful traditions at Holy Week

Posted by México
On Monday March 25th, 2019

As it is well known, Holy Week commemorates the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Since the eighteenth century the Catholic religion carries out this tradition, considered the most important.

Colombia bets on science, technology and innovation

Posted by Colombia
On Monday March 25th, 2019

Historically, Colombia’s economy internationally is most recognized for its export of raw materials. Colombian coffee is so well known it has become almost a symbol for the country.

February 24th Mexican Flag Day

Posted by México
On Thursday February 14th, 2019

The Mexican national flag is a symbol of freedom, justice and nationality. Its shield and colors represent the origin, principle, courage and struggle of Mexicans.

IMPORTANT OIL FINDING IN THE META, COLOMBIA

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday February 14th, 2019

Last January, the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) reported the discovery of oil in the Indian well-1x, located in the municipality of Cabuyaro, Meta, in the region of the eastern plains of Colombia.

SRS Communication Tool

Posted by México
On Monday February 11th, 2019

In order to achieve a successful international relocation, we use our internal communication tool, a software which makes the process easier.

RUTEC: Colombia’s new registration platform

Posted by Colombia
On Monday January 14th, 2019

The Colombian Ministry of Labor has created a platform called the Unique Register of Foreign Workers.

The tradition of the Three Kings Day in Mexico

Posted by México
On Monday January 14th, 2019

In Mexico the Kings are transported in different animals, Melchor mounts an elephant; Gaspar, a camel, and Baltasar, a horse.

How does Home Finding Jr. help the foreign assignees

Posted by México
On Friday January 11th, 2019

Home Finding Jr. is our most efficient service of house hunting assistance because we just show the best 4 properties to your assignee.

Colombia: Global leader in agriculture

Posted by Colombia
On Friday November 16th, 2018

Historically Colombia has been recognized for its export of raw materials and agricultural products. Colombia is internationally recognized for its coffee, a staple and prominent export.

The Illuminated Villa of Atlixco 2018

Posted by México
On Thursday November 15th, 2018

Visiting this magical Villa is simply an aromatic and multicolor adventure. This place is home to the extraordinary Multicultural Festival of music and dance ¨Huey Atlixcayotl¨

Relocation services: why language training is so important

Posted by México
On Thursday November 15th, 2018

Relocation services cover a range of internal business processes to transfer employees, their families or even entire departments of an industry to a new location. Like other types of employee benefits.

Day of the dead in Mexico, autumn 2018.

Posted by México
On Thursday October 11th, 2018

(Español) The day of the Dead is a Mexican celebration of pre-hispanic origin, where the deceased are honored, nowadays they also incorporate elements of Catholicism and even modern touches.

An Opportunity for Colombian Exports

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday October 10th, 2018

Since Donald Trump was elected President of the United States in 2016, the economic landscape on steel and aluminum imports changed when his administration announced the creation of tariffs.

What does Privacy Policy mean?

Posted by México
On Wednesday October 10th, 2018

A privacy policy is a legal notice that provides information about how we gather, use, disclose and manage your personal information. It is really important for us to ensure our visitors’ privacy.

VIDEO GAMES, A GROWING MARKET

Posted by Colombia
On Thursday September 20th, 2018

After analyzing the situation of the videogames market in Colombia, it can be seen that it presents enormous opportunities for the growth and for foreign investment in the country.

The Maya train, progress for the southeastern of Mexico

Posted by México
On Thursday September 20th, 2018

Andrés Manuel López Obrador, President-elect, raised the construction of the ' Maya train ' for the promotion of tourism in the southeastern part of Mexico.

China plans to invest in the Mexican port of Lázaro Cárdenas.

Posted by México
On Sunday August 19th, 2018

(Español) Gerardo Gutiérrez Candiani, head of the Federal authority for the development of special economic zones, commented that China has very important interests in infrastructure projects.

Presidential elections 2018, Economic impact

Posted by Colombia
On Sunday August 19th, 2018

(Español) On May 17, the second round of the presidential elections between the candidates Gustavo Petro and Ivan Duque took place in Colombia, with Duque being the winner with more than 50% of the votes.

How to be safe in Mexico, a security briefing

Posted by México
On Sunday August 19th, 2018

A walk-through guide for new residents in Mexico, putting the warning in perspective. Here is our security briefing for your stay in this amazing country.

AMLO, President of Mexico 2018.

Posted by México
On Monday July 16th, 2018

(Español) After several years of running for the presidency of Mexico, Andrés Manuel Lopez Obrador commonly known as AMLO, finally won the elections this 2018.

COLOMBIA JOINS THE OECD AND NATO

Posted by Colombia
On Monday July 16th, 2018

At the end of May of this year two events took place that for the Colombian, Latin American and international spheres have a strong relevance.

The automotive industry in Mexico

Posted by México
On Tuesday June 19th, 2018

The automotive industry is one of the most dynamic and competitive in Mexico and it has become one of the most important component in the segment worldwide.

Birdwatching, takes off in Colombia

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday June 19th, 2018

Colombia has a hidden treasure that is becoming an important currency generator. It is about 1,921 species of birds that makes Colombia being the first country in that diversity.

Do you know SRS international partnerships?

Posted by México
On Monday June 18th, 2018

SRS is partner of the most important relocation associations in the world. That is why we can be sure of giving you the best service ever.

The aerospace industry in Mexico.

Posted by México
On Monday May 14th, 2018

Mexican Aerospace Industry continues to grow and it becomes more important each day as a manufacturing, engineering and development region, with a high strategic value.

Avocado: The green gold of the Colombian economy

Posted by Colombia
On Monday May 14th, 2018

Over the past two years avocado exports have gone from $10 US million to $35 US million and are expected to reach US $50 million by 2018.

Home finding: looking for the best house for you

Posted by México
On Monday May 14th, 2018

Home Finding is a consulting program of SRS Relocations for helping employees to find the right house in a foreign country.

The top 5 Export Mexican Food Products

Posted by México
On Friday March 23rd, 2018

Mexico is one of the most important food exporters in the world, getting the 12th place as a producer and the 10th as food exporter.

Bogota as an ideal investment destination

Posted by Colombia
On Friday March 23rd, 2018

Just as the City has entered the cultural and entertainment agendas, perhaps the most visible face of his progress and versatility has done the same for foreign investors.

Familiarization Trip

Posted by México
On Friday March 23rd, 2018

Since in many cases the assignee has to move with her spouse and children, Relocation Services arranges Familiarization Trips as part of the assignee’s decision-making process.

Cali, the secondest attractive city in the world to live

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday February 14th, 2018

The so-called "Sultana del Valle" was cataloged by the prestigious Forbes Magazine as the second most interesting city on the planet to live during 2018.

Mexico expects TLCUEM agreement

Posted by México
On Wednesday February 14th, 2018

At the end of February 2018, Mexico and the European Union (EU) have the effect of renewing the trade agreement agreed since 1997

Mexico, heading for the presidential elections of 2018

Posted by México
On Friday January 12th, 2018

Although there are still a few months until the next presidential election in Mexico, the names of the candidates begin to have an important presence in the public opinion of the country.

NEW COLOMBIAN IMMIGRATION REFORM.

Posted by Colombia
On Friday January 12th, 2018

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia issued Resolution 6045 of 2017 that repeals Resolution 5512 of 2015

Do you know how a relocation process is?

Posted by México
On Friday January 12th, 2018

If you are going to live your first relocating process, you should know how it is. Let us explain you what will happen when moving abroad.

PRESENCE OF CHINA IN COLOMBIA

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday November 14th, 2017

(Español) he history of Chinese migration to Colombia registers four key moments, The first refers to the ancestor century after Chinese migrants arrived in Panama (former Colombian province).

Reasons to Invest in Mexico

Posted by México
On Tuesday November 14th, 2017

Mexico is one of the most competitive countries for productive investment at the international level due to its macroeconomic and political stability.

Tips to rent a property in Colombia

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday October 17th, 2017

For a foreign official to try to lease a property in our country can become a real headache but has the advice to avoid problems and waste of time.

The Force of a Country Mexico, September 2017

Posted by México
On Tuesday October 17th, 2017

Last September, Mexico experienced a strong situation with the earthquakes that shook different states of the Mexican republic and the CDMX.

Uncertainty with North American Free Trade Agreement 2017

Posted by México
On Wednesday September 13th, 2017

Currently, Canada, the United States and Mexico are in the renegotiation of the FTA

Economic impact of papal visit in Colombia

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday September 13th, 2017

The visit of Pope Francisco to Colombia will not only mean a great spiritual event for the Catholics of the country.

Mexico will grow up as well as latin america does.

Posted by México
On Monday August 14th, 2017

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean will grow by an average of 1.1% this year, thus the profit for Mexico is 2.2%

Succesful integration process in latina America.

Posted by Colombia
On Monday August 14th, 2017

In the Colombian city of Cali, has concluded a new Summit of the pacific Alliane,where some announcements where made.

Formalizing and regularization of employment in Mexico

Posted by México
On Tuesday July 11th, 2017

As 377 thousand 694 formal jobs were generated in Mexico in the first quarter of 2017, employment needs to grow by being formalized and regularized.

Innovation model for Latin America

Posted by Colombia
On Tuesday July 11th, 2017

Colombia is positioning as a reference in innovation in health, software development and manufacturing sectors because of the improves of its companies.

Bogota, Cali and Medellin the most attractive cities to invest in

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday June 14th, 2017

According to the fDi Intelligence: Bogota, Cali and Medellin were recognized as the best cities in Colombia to invest in

Mexico, an option to reach a better future

Posted by México
On Wednesday June 14th, 2017

While two of its FTA’s are being renegotiated, Mexico is looking for new investors and commercial partners to strengthen its economy and reach new commercial zones.

Tenancy Management: reduce transfer impact

Posted by México
On Friday May 12th, 2017

Moving your company to a different country concerns about your employee´s legal issues, but SRS is now in charge with its Tenancy Management.

Strong presence of France in Colombia in 2017

Posted by Colombia
On Friday May 12th, 2017

Colombia, the 4th ally of France, plans the 2017 Colombia-France Year, a cultural event to show how this coalition has improved both countries.

The 10 most prosper cities in Mexico

Posted by México
On Friday May 12th, 2017

A prosper city is a place where human beings fulfill their aspirations and ambitions. Here is a list of the most developed cities in Mexico.

How being an expatriate could boost your professional career?

Posted by México
On Wednesday April 12th, 2017

Moving a business abroad with your own workforce is also a lucrative and life-changing experience that could boost the professional career of an employee.

Avocado’s global consumption, a major opportunity for Mexico

Posted by México
On Wednesday April 12th, 2017

As Mexico’s avocado production and exports grow, the global consumption remains a step behind because of the lack of suppliers.

Positioning of Colombia in the Global Competitiveness Index

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday April 12th, 2017

Ranking 61 out of 138 countries in the Global Competitiveness Index, Colombia is approaching to its goal of becoming the 3rd strongest economy of LATAM by 2032.

Business tourism, a rising sector for Costa Rica’s economy

Posted by México
On Wednesday March 15th, 2017

Costa Rica has redirected some economic efforts and investments into creating competitive advantages for an innovative environment: business tourism.

Medellin’s transportation system, a role model for Latin America

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday March 15th, 2017

Medellín’s transportation system is a model for Latin America because of its unique and fully integrated mobility strategy.

Beer and Wine industry, a major Business opportunity in Mexico

Posted by México
On Wednesday March 15th, 2017

Beer and Wine industry is a unique market in Mexico, as it is one of the world’s strongest producers, exporters and consumers with an annual growth rate of 5.1%

Foreign trade, Mexico’s strongest card

Posted by México
On Wednesday February 15th, 2017

Mexico is the 12th largest exporter in the world regarding to its capacity of foreign trade, workforce and new policies for investment.

911 in Mexico, a security measure for a better service

Posted by México
On Wednesday February 15th, 2017

Since January, by dialing 911 in Mexico, you have access to all emergency services. It is a line available, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Colombian flowers, Valentine’s Day protagonists in 2017

Posted by Colombia
On Wednesday February 15th, 2017

The exportation of Colombian flowers attends the most important season for agribusiness: Valentine’s Day.

Colombia in 2017: positive prospects for the inflation decrease

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