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Mexican president Felipe Calderón

Inside this issue

• Dependence on US demand has hit manufacturing centres hard

• A UN pollution-trading initiative has encouraged clean energy projects

• A push to attract visitors for more expensive and complex surgeries - -

Content

Reformist zeal hits political buffers

The country needs fundamental change to fulfil its potential, says Adam Thomson

Nafta: Benefits far outshine failings and spats

The trade accord has been a boon for exports, writes Mary Cuddehe

Luis Téllez: Changes open doors for smaller fry

Adam Thomson talks to the stock exchange president about new rules for pension funds

Politics: Old rulers gain with strategy of blocking reform

Adam Thomson considers the tactics of the PRI, which governed for 71 years

Brewing: Refreshing news for beer drinkers

Adam Thomson says consolidation could bring welcome choice to the market

Economy: Northern states bear brunt of crisis

Dependence on US demand has hit manufacturing centres hard, writes Adam Thomson

Alternative energy: Bright future for renewables

A UN pollution-trading programme has encouraged a variety of projects, writes Mary Cuddehe

Telecommunications: Market door creaks open

Upcoming changes look unlikely to bring radical reform. Mary Cuddehe reports

Security: Crime spurs rise in protection sector

With kidnapping and car theft increasing, specialist help is in demand. Adam Thomson reports

Health tourism: Arms open to the sick

Mary Cuddehe on a push to attract visitors for more expensive and complex surgeries