Silent in Chiapas

Article Abstract:

The Mexican government's San Andres accords of 1996, which included a move toward autonomy for indigenous people in Chiapas, Mexico, lasted only a short time. An indigenous rights bill has been put before Congress but is criticized for a lack of consultation prior to drafting. A national commission was set up as a mediator, and its head has decided that the commission should be dissolved. A multi-party group called Cocopa has sought to mediate, but the Zapatistas have not given a reply.

Zapatista National Liberation Army (Mexico)

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Barefoot in Chiapas

Article Abstract:

Indians are squatting on designated ranch land in Chiapas state in opposition to increased private land ownership, a program generally welcomed in the rest of Mexico. The Catholic Church backs the natives against the PRI-held state, making potential outside investors wary.

Social policy, Institutional Revolutionary Party (Mexico), Native people's land claims, Indigenous people's land claims, Salinas de Gortari, Carlos, Catholic Church in Mexico

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A fresh start for Chiapas

Article Abstract:

The candidates, policies and likely impact of elections in Chiapas, Mexico, are examined in detail.

Elections

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