Introduction to Claudia Sheinbaum and Her Role
Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, the President of Mexico, recently unveiled the ‘Marinabús’ in Acapulco. This new maritime transport system, operated by the Mexican Navy, aims to provide rapid, secure, and sustainable travel across the bay. As the head of the Mexico City government and the supreme commander of the Armed Forces, Sheinbaum’s initiatives extend beyond her administrative jurisdiction, impacting the entire nation.
The Marinabús and ASIPONA: Part of Acapulco’s Transformation
During the inauguration and oath-taking ceremony of the Marinabús crew, Sheinbaum emphasized that this project symbolizes hope and a promising future for Acapulco. She highlighted the city’s resilience, stating that no disaster is stronger than a united people working with their government.
In the company of Guerrero’s Governor, Evelyn Salgado Pineda, Sheinbaum delivered the National Flag to the Marinabús commander and supervised the National Port Administration (ASIPONA) in Acapulco. She announced a 10% rehabilitation for ASIPONA, while the remaining 90% would remain untouched.
Marinabús and ASIPONA: Part of Acapulco’s Transformation Program
The Marinabús and ASIPONA in Acapulco are part of the ‘Acapulco se Transforma Contigo’ program, designed to rehabilitate the region following Hurricanes Otis and John. Over eleven months, various actions have been undertaken, including:
- Direct support for the rehabilitation and reconstruction of over 250,000 homes.
- Repair of schools, hospitals, clinics, and health centers damaged by the hurricanes.
- Cleaning and debris removal from stormwater channels.
- Construction of the Papagayo II aqueduct, Acapulco’s primary water supply source.
- Dredging and strengthening of riverbanks, including La Sabana, Colacho, and San Agustín to prevent flooding.
- Elevation of pumping stations.
- Installation of three radial wells to improve water quality.
- Rehabilitation of the Renacimiento Treatment Plant and Marginal Collectors is underway.
- Construction of an Integral Center for Solid Waste Recycling is planned.
- Work on the Chapultepec Aqueduct, benefiting over 60,000 residents in Acapulco’s western zone.
- Construction of four damaged vehicular bridges.
- Rehabilitation of 72 federal and state road bridges, as well as 58 road segments, across the state.
- Establishment of 20 kilometers of Camina Libre, Camina Segura pedestrian paths.
- Enhanced attention to the tourism zone with new beach and street cleaning trucks, as well as camellon maintenance.
- Completion of an IMSS hospital and a Hospital Regional de Alta Especialidad del ISSSTE.
- Promotion of public and private investment.
- Revitalization of Acapulco’s tourism promotion program, aiding in the recovery of tourism.
- Strengthening public safety to ensure Acapulco remains a peaceful and secure place to live.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the Marinabús? The Marinabús is a new maritime transport system in Acapulco, operated by the Mexican Navy, offering rapid, secure, and sustainable travel across the bay.
- Who is Claudia Sheinbaum? Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo is the President of Mexico City and serves as the supreme commander of the Armed Forces, impacting national initiatives like the Marinabús project.
- What is the ‘Acapulco se Transforma Contigo’ program? This program aims to rehabilitate Acapulco following Hurricanes Otis and John, focusing on housing, infrastructure, water supply, waste management, tourism promotion, and public safety.
