Ring in the old: Mexico

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The 91-year old Velasquez has a permanent place in the hearts of the Mexican labor union members. He and the CTM have been keys to the success of Mexican economic reforms. The struggle between government and trade unions, however, underscores the political challenge of keeping the unions satisfied.

Political activity, Labor unions, Velasquez, Fidel, Confederation of Mexican Workers

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Down Mexico way

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In Mexican towns along the Texas border over a quarter of the population lives in poverty. Toxic contamination from pollutants, raw human sewage and no running water creates an unhealthful environment. Border management plans by the US and Mexico hope to develop industry and control pollution

Mexican-American border region

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Gone tomorrow? Mexico's peso

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Mexican treasury bills have been eagerly scarfed up by foreign investors for their seemingly low risk returns of between 15 and 18%. Investors may be wise to consider the growing Mexican budget deficit that may cause a big devaluation of the peso.

Foreign investments, Government securities, Peso (Mexico)

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Subjects list: Economic aspects, Mexico
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