Mexico to Invest Billions in Infrastructure

Mexican President Felipe Calderon has announced a $4.3 billion plan to improve the country's infrastructure, schools and housing stock.

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October 14, 2008, 10:00 AM PDT

By Nate Berg

"The spending plan, which needs to be approved by the Mexican Congress, was "not a financial rescue but will focus on strengthening the motors of our economy," he said.

The emergency spending proposals include:

* stepping up public spending, especially on infrastructure including roads, schools, houses and prisons

* the construction of a new oil refinery

* a programme of help for small and medium-sized businesses"

FULL STORY: Mexico unveils emergency spending

Monday, October 13, 2008 in BBC

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