Feria Anual Tradicional del Sarape
The sarape is an iconic piece of clothing in Mexico, sold in large numbers each year during this popular trade fair. read more
Knowledge city
The term "Knowledge City" is short hand for a regional economy driven by high value-added manufacturing and services created through research, technology and human capital.
Knowledge City:
Science & Technology
“Government funding for research at the universities that are generating new knowledge, when passed off to the companies, will result in processes that positively impact society and the economy.”
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Dr. Juan Pedro Laclette, Senior Researcher, Institute of Biomedical Research, UNAM. |
Mexico City is poised to emerge as a major source of scientific and technological development. As a result of the city’s highly trained and educated workforce, world-class universities and research institutes and high-quality facilities, scientific and technological achievements are continuing to be made in Mexico City.
Mexico City’s is devoting additional resources to advancing science and research in the capital, through a legal framework and tax incentives for businesses to invest. Today, Mexico City’s economy is being bolstered by a range of public-private ventures in science and technology that combine excellent know-how with the resources to effectively deliver solutions to society.
Facts and Figures:
- With its presence of strong university systems and multinational corporations, Mexico City is becoming a leading center for global research and technology development. Mexico City generates 55% of the country’s total scientific research.
- Mexico remains one of the very few “investment grade” emerging markets in the world. In a recent study by the Mexican Institute for Competiveness, Mexico City was found to be the most competitive when compared to any of the other 32 Mexican states.
- Every year, Mexico City celebrates Science & Innovation week, a convention that brings together Nobel laureates and leaders and science and technology to contribute ideas to strengthen the development of science, technology, education and sustainability in the metropolis. A project of special interest to Mayor Ebrard, the week is quickly growing to be one of the most important international conventions of its kind.
- A new legal framework in the city allows new forms of public-private partnerships, joint ventures, long-term leases and similar financial schemes. These have allowed the city to attract investment in public-private infrastructure of nearly $6.7 million since the new rules went into effect.
Focus on Science & Technology:
In 2007, Mexico City’s established the Institute of Science & Technology to link educational institutions, scientific organizations and private companies to promote science and technology development. Between 2007 and 2009, the Institute oversaw the investment of $34 million in research projects. The Institute also provides grants and financial support for projects and assists researchers in applying for patents.
other focus areas:
Banking & Financial Services
“Mexico is a great investment opportunity for both domestic and foreign capital. I think Mexico City is and will remain of the most attractive cities for investment.” — Ignacio Deschamps González, CEO, BBVA Bancomer. Mexico City is the center of financial and commercial activity in Mexico and home to Latin… read more
Education
“Education should be at the heart of public policy, for it is through education that social issues can really be addressed.” — Mayor Marcelo Ebrard. Education is the foundation of a knowledge-based economy. A comprehensive education builds the skills, values and knowledge that will drive creativity and innovation in every… read more
Healthcare
“In Mexico City, there is a pro bono law which ensures that anyone living here who doesn’t receive social security benefits can get free medical check-ups, medicines, analysis, scans, hospitalization and surgery, all without any cost…The backbone of the city government’s health program is preventative action.” — Dr. Armando Ahued,… read more
Human Capital
“Mexico City’s government is committed to transforming the city into a highly competitive marketplace that stands among the best in the world.” — Mayor Marcelo Ebrard. The third largest city in the world in terms of population, Mexico City has more than a large labor force; it has a knowledgeable… read more
Information Technologies & Telecommunications
“This city really demands solutions up front and it generates them, too. Microsoft Mexico has developed successful strategies that have then been implemented in other countries.” — Enrique Simón Rueda, Sales OEM Manager, Microsoft Latin America. Mexico City is continuing to invest in its telecommunications infrastructure so businesses and individuals… read more
Social Freedoms
“Mexico City’s civil society has a mature citizenship card. The dynamics of freedom and the force of public opinion are on the side of civil society...” — Rogelio Gómez Hermosillo, World Bank consultant and Chairman, Alianza Cívica. Mexico City has a long tradition of respecting political liberties and freedoms. Freedom… read more
Sustainability
“We are cleaning up our city and we want to project it. We want to convey the image of a green city that is committed to sustainability.” — Martha Delgado, Secretary, Department of the Environment, Mexico City. As in any megacity, Mexico City faces a variety of environmental challenges. Urban… read more
Voices from the city:
A Painter’s Life
According to Phil Kelly, it’s “absurd that all the swimming pools in the world are blue.” Tacked to the wall of his Colonia Cuauhtémoc studio is a design scheme to remedy that: nudes in yellow and black. read more
December 03 – December 14, 2012
December 10, 2012
Palacio de los Deportes
Bruce Springsteen in Mexico City
The Wrecking Ball tour comes to a close in Mexico City. read more
December 12, 2012
Dia de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe
Millions of pilgrims come to honor Mexico’s religious patron each year, for the culmination of ten days of celebrations in Mexico City. read more
December 15 – December 19, 2012
Alcoman
Feria de la Piñata
Certainly one of the area’s most colorful events, Feria de la Piñata features all kinds of piñatas to purchase and admire. read more
December 15 – December 24, 2012
Latin American Festival of Pastorelas
Mexico City’s festivities in the lead up to Christmas includes this parade, whose many characters tell the story of the nativity. read more
December 16 – December 24, 2012
Feria de la Nochebuena y Articulos Navidenos
Pick up last-minute gifts and holiday decorations at the Feria de la Nochebuena, held through late December. read more
Surprising Fact
According to the webometrics Ranking of World Universities, Mexico's universities rank second only to Brazil in Latin America.
Overheard
"Efforts to clean the smog are showing visible progress, revealing stunning views of snow-capped volcanoes- and offering a model for the developing world."
— The Washington Post