Residents Reject New Development Approved by Semarnat in Punta Venado
Residents of Punta Venado oppose a new real estate project approved by Semarnat, citing threats to biodiversity.
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Activists Denounce Mangrove Damage From Paradisus Hotel Expansion in Playa del Carmen
Environmental activists allege the Paradisus Meliá hotel destroyed protected mangroves to expand guest areas.
Fitch Ratings Upgrades Quintana Roo to A+ With Positive Outlook
Fitch Ratings raised Quintana Roo's credit rating to A+ with positive outlook, placing it among top three Mexican states.
Father and Son Charged in Real Estate Fraud Case in Quintana Roo
A judge ordered a father and son to stand trial for allegedly defrauding property buyers in Quintana Roo.
Environmental Group Alleges Illegal Urbanization in Playacar, Files Lawsuit
DMAS files amparo against local authorities for granting permits without federal environmental impact approval.
Cancun Beach Recovery to Shift Focus to Ecological Restoration, Completion Delayed to 2027
Cancun shifts from sand replenishment to ecological restoration; full recovery of beaches expected by 2027.
Father and Son Charged in $23 Million Real Estate Fraud in Playa del Carmen
A judge in Nuevo León has ordered the prosecution of two businessmen for a $23 million real estate fraud involving…
CFE Activates Leona Vicario Substation to Meet Growing Power Demand in Cancun and Riviera Maya
Mexico's CFE has activated the Leona Vicario substation, a $107 million project to boost electricity supply for over 718,000 users…
Hotel Association Chief: Presidential Decree for Mahahual Must Boost Development, Not Restrict Investment
Hotel association head says presidential decree for Mahahual should promote sustainable growth, not limit investment.
Playa del Carmen Approves Citizen Participation Mechanisms to Update Municipal Development Plan
Playa del Carmen approved co-creation and citizen participation mechanisms to update the Municipal Development Plan 2024-2027.