Mexico to Invest Billions in Infrastructure
Mexican President Felipe Calderon has announced a $4.3 billion plan to improve the country's infrastructure, schools and housing stock.
"The spending plan, which needs to be approved by the Mexican Congress, was "not a financial rescue but will focus on strengthening the motors of our economy," he said.
The emergency spending proposals include:
* stepping up public spending, especially on infrastructure including roads, schools, houses and prisons
* the construction of a new oil refinery
* a programme of help for small and medium-sized businesses"
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