Northern Kentucky University
Neoliberalism in Mexico
Institution
Northern Kentucky University
Faculty Advisor/ Mentor
Ryan Salzman
Abstract
The twentieth century saw Latin American countries undergoing political and economic transitions. One of the most notable paradigm shifts involved the adoption of structural adjustment policies in the wake of the region-wide debt crisis. Mexico's implementation of neoliberal policies has allowed for integration into a global market-oriented economy, with increased foreign investment and technology. However, Mexico has also endured many social and political consequences as a result of neoliberalism: a lack of sustainable development and an uneven distribution of growth benefits that has widened the gap between the rich and poor. This poster seeks to illuminate the process and outcomes of neoliberalization. Mexico is important to study for academics and policymakers because the country experiences a unique geographical location, as well as having a close economic relationship with the United States, through the adoption of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
Neoliberalism in Mexico
The twentieth century saw Latin American countries undergoing political and economic transitions. One of the most notable paradigm shifts involved the adoption of structural adjustment policies in the wake of the region-wide debt crisis. Mexico's implementation of neoliberal policies has allowed for integration into a global market-oriented economy, with increased foreign investment and technology. However, Mexico has also endured many social and political consequences as a result of neoliberalism: a lack of sustainable development and an uneven distribution of growth benefits that has widened the gap between the rich and poor. This poster seeks to illuminate the process and outcomes of neoliberalization. Mexico is important to study for academics and policymakers because the country experiences a unique geographical location, as well as having a close economic relationship with the United States, through the adoption of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).