Sheinbaum Proposes Boosting Sargassum Strategy With More Vessels and Marine Barriers
President Sheinbaum announced plans to add more sargassum-collecting vessels and marine barriers to protect Quintana Roo beaches.
Economy
Residents of Piste Protest Drop in Income After Chichen Itza Access Change
Community leaders in Piste call for a peaceful march over economic losses blamed on the new Catvi access system.
Low Season and Sargassum Hit Playa del Carmen Divers’ Incomes
Unusual sargassum influx and low tourism have slashed incomes for Playa del Carmen divers in 2026.
Claudia Sheinbaum Rebukes Conanp Chief Over Unresolved Issues in Tulum
President Sheinbaum told the head of Conanp to prioritize common sense over regulations during a visit to Tulum.
Business Leaders Propose Special Customs Zone to Boost Chetumal’s ‘Polo del Bienestar’
Entrepreneurs propose an auxiliary customs section in Chetumal to boost trade and attract investment to the Polo del Bienestar.
Iconic Hotel Quinto Sole in Mahahual Shuts Down Permanently Due to Sargassum Crisis
The historic Hotel Quinto Sole in Mahahual has closed permanently, blaming the massive sargassum influx for economic and environmental devastation.
Xcalak Residents Vow to Block Politicians in 2027 Elections Over Neglect
Fed up with broken promises, Xcalak residents say they will not allow any political campaigning in their community for the…
HR Ratings Downgrades Playa del Carmen After Short-Term Borrowing Raises Debt Indicators
HR Ratings has downgraded Playa del Carmen’s municipal credit rating after the city used more than 330 million pesos in…
Export Opportunity for Quintana Roo Food Businesses
Cancun, Quintana Roo — The government of Quintana Roo has launched a call for applications...
Quintana Roo Ranks Among Mexico’s Most Satisfied States, INEGI Survey Shows
Quintana Roo residents rate life satisfaction at 8.66, placing the state among Mexico's happiest, according to INEGI's 2025 well-being survey.