Introduction to Claudia Sheinbaum and Her Visit
On September 21, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, the President of Mexico, visited Cancún, Quintana Roo, to announce new developments and infrastructure projects in the region. Accompanied by several high-ranking officials, including the Secretary of Government, Secretary of Welfare, and other key figures, Sheinbaum Pardo addressed over 5,000 attendees at the Malecón Tajamar in Cancún.
New University and Infrastructure Projects
During her visit, Sheinbaum Pardo announced the construction of a new University Rosario Castellanos in Quintana Roo, along with several other significant projects:
- Hospital General de Chetumal, set to be completed in 2025
- Hospital unit in Felipe Carrillo Puerto
- ISSSTE family unit in Playa del Carmen
- Replacement of ISSSTE in Chetumal
- Rehabilitation of Regional Hospital Number 17 in Cancún
- Health routes program, ensuring medication delivery to health centers
Social Programs and Beneficiaries
Sheinbaum Pardo highlighted existing social programs in Quintana Roo, which benefit 31,800 women aged 60 to 64 and provide direct funding for social infrastructure in indigenous communities, managed by a treasurer.
Additionally, there are 30,070 beneficiaries of welfare programs in Quintana Roo, with an annual investment of 8,993 million pesos.
Infrastructure Developments
Sheinbaum Pardo mentioned the construction of Tren Maya charging stations in Cancún and other states to improve distribution in the southeast.
Furthermore, 48,584 housing units are being built for low-income families in Quintana Roo, along with debt reduction initiatives for Infonavit and Fovissste beneficiaries totaling 25,000 families. Free land titles are also being distributed.
Governor Mara Lezama’s Support
Quintana Roo Governor Mara Lezama praised the end of neoliberalism with the arrival of the Fourth Transformation and the humanist approach of President Claudia Sheinbaum’s government.
“Dear President, today it is clear to Mexico and the entire world that our country collaborates. Yes, we collaborate, but we do not submit; we are a free and sovereign nation. In this international scenario, our presence has set an example globally.”
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the new university being built in Cancún? The new University Rosario Castellanos is intended for young people in Quintana Roo.
- What social programs are being implemented in Quintana Roo? Pension benefits for women aged 60 to 64 and direct funding for social infrastructure in indigenous communities are being provided.
- What other projects are part of the announcement? Projects include the Hospital General de Chetumal, a hospital unit in Felipe Carrillo Puerto, an ISSSTE family unit in Playa del Carmen, replacement and rehabilitation of existing hospitals, and the health routes program.
- How many people benefit from welfare programs in Quintana Roo? There are 31,800 women aged 60 to 64 receiving pension benefits and 30,070 beneficiaries of other welfare programs.
- What infrastructure developments are underway in Quintana Roo? Tren Maya charging stations are being constructed, along with 48,584 housing units for low-income families and debt reduction initiatives for Infonavit and Fovissste beneficiaries.
