-Editorial The United States Consulate in Tijuana commemorated the 248th Anniversary of U.S. Independence, marking the event as the last celebrated by the current Consul General, Thomas E. Reott, in this border city. In an event full of emotion and camaraderie, Reott opened his speech with a phrase that drew …
June, 2024
-
25 June
US Inspections of Michoacán Avocados and Mangoes to Resume Gradually
-Editorial In a significant development for the avocado industry, U.S. government inspections of avocados and mangoes in the Mexican state of Michoacán will gradually resume, U.S. Ambassador Ken Salazar announced on June 21. This decision comes a week after inspections were suspended following an assault on USDA inspectors. Salazar stated …
-
21 June
Vino Sin Fronteras Festival Rescheduled to October Due to Unforeseen Circumstances
-Editorial Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond Provino’s control, the 3rd Vino Sin Fronteras Festival, originally scheduled for Saturday, June 29, has been rescheduled to Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Club Campestre Tijuana. Tickets will remain valid for the new date. If you need a refund, you can request it within …
-
20 June
Skull Valley: Inside the Deadly Journey of Migrants and the Ongoing Fight to Save Lives
-Editorial Under the intense 108-degree heat of the Ocotillo desert, near the border fence, a group of journalists and law enforcement agents from both sides of the border walked nearly two miles across the unforgiving terrain. This harsh journey, though grueling, pales in comparison to the thousands of kilometers that …
May, 2024
-
12 May
California-Mexico Border: New Law Paves the Way for Cross-Border Education
-Editorial In a move aimed at increasing cross-border educational opportunities and workforce diversity, Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed Assembly Bill 91 into law. The legislation establishes a pilot program to provide discounted tuition rates for low-income students residing near the California-Mexico border. This initiative marks a significant step forward in …
April, 2024
-
30 April
United States and Mexico Commit to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
-Editorial In a recent diplomatic exchange, President Joe Biden of the United States and President Andrés Manuel López Obrador of Mexico engaged in a telephone conversation on Sunday, April 28th, reaffirming their mutual dedication to enhancing bilateral and regional collaboration for the betterment of both nations. During their discussion, the …
-
23 April
Cross-Border Consulting Program Unveils Economic Potential in Imperial Valley and Mexicali Region
-Editorial The Imperial Valley Economic Development Corporation (IVEDC) is set to benefit from an innovative program known as Cross Border Consulting, aimed at identifying and addressing economic development opportunities in the region. The program is based out of the Wendy Gallespi Center for Advancing International Trade located at San Diego …
-
16 April
Texas and Mexico Strengthen Ties Through Enhanced Nearshoring Initiatives
-Editorial The Texas-Mexico Binational Commission recently hosted a groundbreaking forum focused on the concept of near-shoring and its potential benefits for both Mexico and the United States. The event brought together key stakeholders from the business sectors of both countries to engage in a thought-provoking discussion on how near-shoring can …
February, 2024
-
16 February
Governor Marina del Pilar Strengthens Arizona-Baja California Ties for Economic Prosperity
-Editorial In a series of strategic meetings with key figures from Arizona’s government, academic, and business sectors, Governor Marina del Pilar Avila Olmeda of Baja California has fortified the social and economic ties between the two states, paving the way for enhanced collaboration and talent development for a prosperous future. …
January, 2024
-
30 January
Navigating the Border Challenge: Exploring Policy Solutions Amidst Polarized Politics
-Editorial The United States is facing an uptick and change in the border flows of people seeking a better life, and instead of addressing it with comprehensive and long-term solutions, there’s yet another series of proposals meant to “harden” policies and “close” the borders. The Republican party has taken an …
