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[[Teotihuacan Mexico, or ''Méjico'', pronunciation: ; Classical Nahuatl: ''Mēxihco''; }}; however, in Peninsular (European) Spanish, the variant is used alongside the usual version. According to the by the Royal Spanish Academy and Association of Academies of the Spanish Language, the version with J is also correct; however, the spelling with X is recommended, as it is the one used in Mexico.}} officially the United Mexican States, (); Classical Nahuatl: ''Mēxihcatl Tlacetilīlli Tlahtohcāyōtl'', }} is a country in North America. It borders the United States to the north, and Guatemala and Belize to the southeast; while having maritime boundaries with the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Caribbean Sea to the southeast, and the Gulf of Mexico to the east. Mexico covers 1,972,550 km2 (761,610 sq mi), and is the thirteenth-largest country in the world by land area; with a population exceeding 130 million. Mexico is the tenth-most populous country in the world and is home to the largest number of native Spanish speakers. Mexico City is the capital and largest city, which ranks among the most populous metropolitan areas in the world. It is also the northwesternmost country in Latin America.

Human presence in Pre-Columbian Mexico dates back to 8,000 BC as one of six cradles of civilization. Mesoamerica hosted civilizations including the Olmec, Maya, Zapotec, Teotihuacan, and Purepecha. Aztec domination of the area preceded Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire, which established the colony of New Spain centered in the former capital, Tenochtitlan (now Mexico City). The Mexican War of Independence in the early 19th century was followed by political and socioeconomic upheaval. The Mexican–American War resulted in significant territorial losses in 1848. Liberal reforms introduced in the Constitution of 1857 prompted domestic conflict, French intervention, and the establishment of an Empire, countered by the Republican resistance led by Benito Juárez. The rise of Porfirio Díaz's dictatorship in the 19th century sparked the Mexican Revolution in 1910, which led to profound changes, such as the 1917 Constitution. Over the 20th century, Mexico experienced significant economic growth, as well as issues of repression and electoral fraud. The late 20th century saw a shift towards neoliberal policies, exemplified by the signing of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in 1994, amidst unrest in Chiapas.

Mexico is a federal republic with a presidential system of government, characterized by a democratic framework and the separation of powers into three branches: executive, legislative, and judicial. The federal legislature consists of the bicameral Congress of the Union, comprising the Chamber of Deputies, which represents the population, and the Senate, which provides equal representation for each state. The Constitution establishes three levels of government: the federal Union, the state governments, and the municipal governments. Mexico's federal structure grants autonomy to its 32 states, and its political system is deeply influenced by indigenous traditions and European Enlightenment ideals.

Mexico is a newly industrialized and developing country, with the world's 12th-largest economy by both nominal GDP and PPP. Mexico ranks first in the Americas and seventh in the world by the number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is also one of the world's 17 megadiverse countries, ranking fifth in natural biodiversity. It is a major tourist destination: as of 2022, it is the sixth most-visited country in the world, with 42.2 million international arrivals. Mexico's large economy and population, global cultural influence, and steady democratization make it a regional and middle power, increasingly identifying as an emerging power. However, as with much of Latin America, poverty, systemic corruption, and crime remain widespread. Since 2006, an ongoing conflict between drug trafficking syndicates has led to over 127,000 deaths. Mexico is a member of United Nations, the G20, the OECD, the WTO, the APEC forum, the OAS, the CELAC, and the OEI. Provided by Wikipedia
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    Immortellen by Maximilian, Emperor of Mexico, 1832-1867

    Published 1868
    Microfilm Book
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    Wilderness rivers of America / by Jenkinson, Michael (Writer of Ghost towns of New Mexico)

    Published 1981
    Book
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    Wild rivers of North America / by Jenkinson, Michael (Writer of Ghost towns of New Mexico)

    Published 1973
    Book
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    Tijerina. by Jenkinson, Michael (Writer of Ghost towns of New Mexico)

    Published 1968
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    Mexican labor and social security laws, as of May 1, 1972.

    Published 1972
    Other Authors: “…Mexico…”
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    The Federal Civil Code of Mexico.

    Published 2005
    Other Authors: “…Mexico…”
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    Collaborative Research Instability and transport of laser beam in plasma. by Lushnikov, Pavel, Rose, Harvey Arnold

    Published 2014
    Other Authors: “…New Mexico Consortium…”
    Online Access
    Government Document Electronic eBook
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    Mining law and regulations of Mexico, 1992/1993 /

    Published 1993
    Other Authors: “…Mexico…”
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    Misa en re mayor, a 4 y a 8 para grande orquesta "La grande" Salve Regina, a 4 para grande orquesta ; Dixit Dominus a 4 ; Responsoria para Nuestra Señora de las Nieves / by Arenzana, Manuel

    Published 1998
    “…Echenique, conductor ; Mexico City Chamber Orchestra ; Mexico City Chorus) …”
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    Te deum al Sr. Felipe de Jesús by Delgado, Francisco, fl. ca. 1786-ca. 1825

    Published 1995
    “…Mexico) --…”
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    WIPP site and vicinity geological field trip. A report of a field trip to the proposed Waste Isolation Pilot Plant project in Southeastern New Mexico, June 16 to 18, 1980 by Chaturvedi, L

    Published 1980
    Other Authors: “…New Mexico. Environmental Improvement Agency…”
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    El Libro secreto de Maximiliano /

    Published 1963
    Other Authors: “…Maximilian, Emperor of Mexico, 1832-1867…”
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