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In a strategic pivot to safeguard its energy security, Japan has finalized an agreement to import one million barrels of crude oil from Mexico. The deal, confirmed by Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, comes as the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz threatens the supply lines for over 90% of Japan's oil imports. The agreement represents a concrete shift in global … [Read more...] about Mexico Secures 1 Million Barrels of Oil Deal With Japan 

A bomb threat against a Viva Aerobus aircraft parked at Mexico City's Benito Juárez International Airport triggered a full security response Saturday afternoon, mobilizing multiple specialized units before authorities cleared the plane and found nothing. The alert involved aircraft registration XA-VBM, which had arrived on flight VB1029 from Cancún and was preparing to … [Read more...] about Bomb Scare Grounds Viva Aerobus Flight at Mexico City Airport

Banamex is becoming a fully Mexican bank. For the millions of customers it serves, including expats and foreign residents who have relied on its Citigroup connection for years, that transition just moved significantly closer to completion. Citigroup confirmed Wednesday that it has closed the sale of 22.6% of Grupo Financiero Banamex to a group of institutional investors and … [Read more...] about Citigroup Sells Another Chunk of Banamex — What It Means for Your Account

Día del Niño, or Children's Day, is an annual celebration in Mexico held every April 30 dedicated to honoring children, recognizing their rights, and promoting their well-being. Unlike holidays centered around religious or historical events, el Día del Niño focuses purely on childhood joy, play, and making children feel valued.  The day serves as a reminder that children … [Read more...] about Mexico Celebrates its 100th Día del Niño

The governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state is facing U.S. federal drug charges, marking one of the most significant corruption cases to reach a sitting Mexican official in years. Rubén Rocha Moya, who has served as Sinaloa's governor since November 2021, was among 10 current and former Mexican officials charged Wednesday in a U.S. indictment unsealed in Manhattan federal court. … [Read more...] about U.S. Charges Sinaloa Governor With Drug Trafficking in Cartel Case