Politics

President López Obrador's Mayan Train Dreams to Reignite the Southeast's Tourism

President López Obrador's morning conference covered a range of topics. From sharing musical recommendations to announcing the Fifth Government Report in Campeche, he addressed the Mayan Train project, media bias, border issues, and more.

Mexicanist

Jul 10, 2023 — 7 min read

President López Obrador illustrates the potential tourist flow in the southeast, envisioning a vibrant future with the Mayan Train as a catalyst for economic growth and cultural exploration.

President López Obrador made an exciting announcement during the conference regarding his upcoming Fifth Government Report. On September 1st, he plans to deliver the report in the beautiful state of Campeche. But here's where it gets interesting—after the report, he will embark on a supervisory tour of the highly anticipated Mayan Train project. Talk about multitasking!

The President's journey doesn't end there. Once the report is delivered, he will hop aboard the Mayan Train itself, destined for Mérida, Yucatán. But the adventure doesn't stop there either. The following day, President López Obrador plans to continue his exploration by taking the Mayan Train to the awe-inspiring Chichen Itzá. This visit is aimed at immersing himself in the regional archeological rescue efforts and learning more about the cultural treasures of the area.

And as if that wasn't enough, the President will then travel on the train to the dazzling city of Cancun, Quintana Roo, where he will inaugurate some magnificent works. The Mayan Train project is clearly on the move, and President López Obrador is determined to witness its progress firsthand.

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