Quebec International Relations Minister Christine St-Pierre and Jalisco Governor Aristoteles Sandoval exchange gifts during a press call at the Government Palace Tuesday. During her visit to the city, St-Pierre announced plans to open a Quebec representational office in Guadalajara. The aim will be to “strengthen ties” in education and the creative and technological industries, Sandoval said.

Last year, Jalisco acquired a dubious distinction: first place in fires among Mexico’s 32 states.  This year, it finds itself protecting its title with room to spare. 

The first Costco gas station in Mexico has opened in San Luis Potosi, under the brand Kirkland Signature. Members of the  warehouse club obtain a lower price than the rest of the public. Payments can only be made by debit or credit card, or Costco certificates. The U.S. company has invested 58 million pesos in this venture, which it says will be the first of several throughout Mexico. 

Since reforms to the nation’s energy sector opened the door to foreign competition, various oil giants – including Shell, Exxon and BP – have announced plans to enter the gas station market.  

British drinks behemoth Diageo has laid the first stone on the expansion of its bottling, aging, warehousing and distribution complex in Atotonilco el Alto, Jalisco.

The luxury Cheval Blanc Hotel under construction on Chamela Bay on Jalisco’s Costalegre has been put on hold.