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AMLO's Morning Conference Highlights Developments in the State of Mexico and More

Catch up on the latest developments in Mexico as President AMLO covers infrastructure projects, fuel prices, environmental initiatives, and more in his morning conference.

Mexicanist

Jun 5, 2023 — 5 min read

President López Obrador highlights the importance of improving public transportation in the State of Mexico during his morning conference.

In another edition of his lively morning conference, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) covered a wide range of topics, from infrastructure developments in the State of Mexico to fuel prices and environmental initiatives. Let's dive into the highlights of today's session.

Public Transportation in the State of Mexico

AMLO began by emphasizing the importance of the hard-working people of the State of Mexico and the need to improve public transportation. He acknowledged that the construction of the Mexico-Toluca Train has been a complex and costly endeavor but assured that it is expected to be completed by March 2024. Additionally, he mentioned the ongoing construction of a trolleybus route from Chalco to Santa Martha, aimed at enhancing commuting efficiency for the residents.

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