Economic Dynamism in Zacatecas
Zacatecas continues to establish itself as one of Mexico’s most economically dynamic entities, securing the fourth spot nationally in industrial growth with an annual positive variation of 8.4%, according to the Monthly Indicator of Industrial Activity by Federal Entity (IMAIEF) published by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).
Strategic Sectors Driving Growth
This growth is a direct result of the state’s economic policy, focusing on productive diversification and strengthening manufacturing, mining, and agroindustrial sectors—key elements for Zacatecas’s development.
Government and Business Collaboration
Jorge Miranda Castro, Secretary of Economics in Zacatecas, highlighted the combined efforts of government and businesses for this industrial growth:
“The industrial growth Zacatecas is experiencing today is not a coincidence; it’s the outcome of our collective efforts between government and companies. From the Secretariat of Economics, we have been working to create favorable conditions for investment and enabling local businesses to grow, compete, and generate quality jobs.”
Miranda Castro further explained that the state has fortified ties with strategic sectors, established alliances with national and international companies, and positioned Zacatecas as an attractive investment destination.
Top-Performing Sectors in Zacatecas
Zacatecas remains among the state economies with the most industrial advancement in Mexico. The mining sector led with an annual increase of 13.7%, followed by construction at 11.6% and manufacturing industries with a growth of 1.4%.
Sustainable and Integrated Economic Development
With this progress, Zacatecas reaffirms its position as a competitive and growing state with a clear strategy to promote comprehensive economic development.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the significance of Zacatecas’s ranking in industrial growth? Zacatecas’s 4th place ranking nationally in industrial growth highlights its economic dynamism and strategic focus on key sectors like mining, construction, and manufacturing.
- Which sectors contributed most to Zacatecas’s industrial growth? The mining sector experienced the highest annual growth of 13.7%, followed by construction with 11.6% and manufacturing industries with 1.4%.
- What role did government and businesses play in Zacatecas’s industrial growth? The combined efforts of the government and businesses, with a focus on creating favorable investment conditions and fostering local business growth, contributed to Zacatecas’s industrial success.
