THE OIL CRISIS SLAMMING MEXICO

摘要

It's crunch time in Mexico. After years of surpluses, the country is facing a growing budget gap. The shortfall is sparking vigorous debate on shutting ministries, laying off federal workers, and raising taxes on soft drinks, phone service, and more. But the most pressing question-and one that Mexico's leaders seem unable to address-is howto reduce the Treasury's dependence on dwindling oil revenues.