Background on Acapulco and its Importance
Acapulco, a renowned Mexican beach resort city, has been facing challenges due to the impact of hurricanes Otis and John. The city’s revitalization is crucial for both local development and tourism, making it a significant focus for the Mexican government.
Federal Support through SHCP and Fonatur
The Secretaría de Hacienda y Crédito Público (SHCP) has allocated an additional 260.7 million pesos to the Secretaría de Turismo’s budget during the first quarter of 2023. This support comes through the Fondo Nacional de Fomento al Turismo (Fonatur) to enhance Acapulco’s infrastructure.
Key Programs and Their Objectives
Two main programs have been identified to support Acapulco’s transformation:
- Acapulco se Transforma Contigo: Led by President Claudia Sheinbaum, this program aims to create favorable conditions for local development and tourism through infrastructure improvements.
- Adquisiciones de vehículos de transporte y carga: This program focuses on acquiring vehicles for maintenance and conservation within the Centro Integralmente Planeado (CIP) Acapulco, including various types of trucks, waste collection vehicles, and more.
Infrastructure Improvement Projects
The primary project, “Intervención de mantenimiento de infraestructura básica y turística, equipamiento urbano y turístico Acapulco se Transforma Contigo,” requires a total of 4,965.5 million pesos. By the end of the first quarter, 144.1 million pesos have been allocated to initiate necessary works.
These improvements include:
- Upgrading public lighting infrastructure
- Improving access to beaches and maintaining public beach areas
- Rehabilitating roadways
These enhancements are expected to significantly improve the quality of life, safety, and positive perception of Acapulco as a tourist destination, paving the way for sustainable development.
Visit from President of Mexico
During a recent working visit, the President of Mexico highlighted the proposal by Fonatur’s director, Lyndia Quiroz, to establish a Centro Integralmente Planeado (CIP) Acapulco. This initiative aims to improve the city affected by hurricanes Otis and John, drawing inspiration from a successful model previously implemented in Cancún.
Quiroz’s efforts extend beyond infrastructure, as she personally oversees the dignification of Acapulco’s commerce and works closely with local vendors to support their development.
Preparations for Hosting Tianguis Turístico
With Acapulco set to host the 50th edition of Tianguis Turístico next year, the Secretaría de Turismo (SECTUR), led by Josefina Rodríguez, requested resources from SHCP for various investment programs. Although these requests were not included in the annual budget of 1,774.8 million pesos, SECTUR has already started receiving funds to commence the necessary work.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the purpose of the additional funds? The SHCP has allocated extra resources to support Acapulco’s infrastructure improvements, focusing on enhancing the quality of life, safety, and positive perception of the tourist destination.
- Which programs are being funded? The two main programs are Acapulco se Transforma Contigo, led by President Claudia Sheinbaum, and the acquisition of vehicles for transportation and waste management within CIP Acapulco.
- What specific improvements are planned? The projects include upgrading public lighting, improving beach access and maintenance, rehabilitating roadways, and acquiring vehicles for transportation and waste management.
- Why is Acapulco preparing to host Tianguis Turístico? As a significant tourism hub, Acapulco’s successful revitalization is crucial for local development and attracting investment. Hosting the 50th edition of Tianguis Turístico will further boost its position as a leading tourist destination.
