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Mexico Unveils Investment and Connectivity Drive as FITUR 2026 Guest Country

Officials aim to turn the Madrid showcase into deals by launching a Fonatur land‑investment scheme.

Overview

  • The government will present a new Fonatur program to acquire and sell land in destinations such as Cancún, Ixtapa and Los Cabos to attract private investment.
  • A connectivity agenda will announce additional MexicoEurope flights with carriers including Aeroméxico and Iberia, alongside investor sessions hosted by BBVA and Santander.
  • Mexico’s presence includes its largest pavilion to date—about 1,780 square meters plus 560 in the central corridor—with all 32 states, more than 1,000 delegates, 180 companies and up to 15 governors.
  • Sectur has scheduled more than 20 cultural and business events around Madrid beginning January 19, including forums tied to tourism investment and the 2026 World Cup.
  • President Claudia Sheinbaum has called for austere, transparent delegations as local scrutiny over travel costs continues, while FITUR expects around 10,000 companies, 161 countries and a roughly €500 million impact in Madrid.