Australia, Mexico to explore FTA
Australia and Mexico will explore the viability of a free trade agreement between the two countries.
Foreign ministers Alexander Downer met Mexican counterpart Luis Ernesto Derbez in Mexico City, who said both countries would have to study whether such an accord would benefit their bilateral trade.
“In March we will have a meeting here of the bilateral economic committee, where we can talk about … starting a strategy for considering a free trade agreement,” Derbez told a news conference following the meeting.
He said that toward the end of 2006, government officials should have a better idea of the possibility of such an agreement, but that no deadline had been set for a decision.
Downer called it “a positive idea", noting “we are just talking about exploring both countries’ available options".
“If we were to negotiate a free trade accord, we would have to see what areas of our economy would benefit from such a pact,” Downer said.
He predicted that “Mexico and Australia are going to become important (trading) partners".
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Aussie triathlete Jones wins in Mexico
Top Australian triathlete Michellie Jones rounded out her racing preparation for the Hawaiian Ironman with a weekend win in Mexico.
In her last race before the October 21 Ironman, Jones easily won a half-ironman distance event in Cancun.
She clocked four hours 19 minutes and 57 seconds, beating Canadian Natasha Filliol by nearly four minutes.
Jones has quickly become one of the top Australian hopes at Hawaii, the sports most famous race, after her stunning debut there last year.
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U.S., Turkey and Mexico reach quarterfinals
Ofori Sarkodie, Kile Nakazawa and Ryan Soroka all scored second-half goals Tuesday to lead the United States past Italy 3-1 at the Under-17 World Cup.
After a scoreless first half, Sarkodie put the U.S. ahead two minutes after the break, followed by Kile Nakazawa off a free kick in the 67th minute.
Andrea Russoto cut the American's lead in half in the 74th on a free kick, then Ryan Soroka restored the two-goal margin in the 90th.
Italy finished the match a man short after Salvatore Foti was given a red card for arguing with the referee.
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Cozumel
The town, San Miguel de Cozumel, is a seedy, overpriced version ofPlaya del Carmen. C Daily tour groups arrive on cruises from Miami and Cancun, and the towns' services seem geared towards this type of tourist. But Cozumel is a mecca for scuba divers, with many beautiful offshore reefs to explore, as well as much interesting wildlife and bird life. Travellers looking for a beach holiday with some nightlife will find the island disap¬pointing compared to Playa del Carmen. There is only one nice beach, on the west side, and the eastern, Atlantic coast is
Women Intl Friendly Preview: USA v. Mexico
The United States Women’s National Team will finish out their rather anemic 2005 schedule tomorrow against a young side from Mexico. They hope to continue their 838-minute, yearlong shutout streak, which started the last time these two squads met, a 5-0 victory last December—the farewell match for Mia Hamm, Julie Foudy, and Joy Fawcett.
U.S. coach Greg Ryan has made four changes to the squad since last Sunday’s game against Australia, the most significant of which is the addition of forward Heather O’Reilly. With her speed, she is sure to create some chances either
Mexico teach Joeys a lesson
Australia has been knocked out of the FIFA U-17 World Championship after suffering a 3-0 defeat against Mexico in Peru on Tuesday morning.
Mexico dominated Australia for lengthy periods in the first half and were two goals to the good by the interval hitting the net after 20 minutes through Omar Esparza and then on 43 minutes via the boot of Carlos Vela (pictured). A second goal for Vela and the third for Mexico in the 79th minute effectively ended the contest.
"We started slowly today and allowed the Mexicans to get on top early," said
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By far the most popular style of transport is independent travel relying on the network of buses of varying quality that criss-cross Central America and Mexico. Bus travel is certainly a very good way to get a feel for the countries you are travelling through. But don't shun the occasional opportunity to take a short flight - the view from above has the benefit of providing a different perspective.
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Sex mall highlights changing attitudes in Mexico
In the heart of Mexico City's historic district, a Colonial-style building houses a sexual revolution of sorts.
It's a new mall dedicated to sex and adult entertainment. There are 100 shops in all, specializing in lingerie, alluring scents, erotic jewelry and publications.
"It's very new," said sex mall developer Alberto Kibrit. "We don't have a lot of competition."
Sex is a growth industry in Mexico as more people are open to explore the topic in this predominantly Catholic country.
The mall is brightly painted and well-lit. The developer wanted to create an open atmosphere,
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World soccer's governing body FIFA says it has been informed by Mexico that Aaron Galindo and Salvador Carmona were sent home earlier this week after testing positive in doping controls that took place before the start of the tournament.
The absence of the Cruz Azul duo deprives Mexico of two more defenders when they battle a powerful Argentina side for the right
Crown Princess may attend water confab in Mexico
Crown Princess Masako may visit Mexico together with Crown Prince Naruhito in March to attend the Fourth World Water Forum, according to sources.
It would mark the first overseas trip for the Crown Princess in four years.
The couple last went abroad in 2002, traveling to New Zealand and Australia.
The Crown Princess, diagnosed in 2004 with an adjustment disorder, has been receiving medical treatment to recover from the stress-induced illness but has been unable to fully resume official duties.
The Imperial Household Agency is considering arranging for the Crown Prince to stay in Mexico for a
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Highways 180 and 261 are combined for 17 km until the latter darts off east on its way to Edzna and Hopclchen (bypassing Campeche, should this be desired). A 66-km toll autopista, paralleling Highway 180, just inland from the southern outskirts of Champotdn to Campeche, is much quicker than the old highway. Champoton and Seybaplaya are bypassed. But from the old Highwav 180, narrow and slow with speed bumps you can reach the resort of Sihoplaya. Here is the widely known C Hotel Siho Playa, T62989. A former sugar hacienda with a beautiful setting and beach facilities,
