Mexico’s Minister of Tourism, Josefina Rodríguez Zamora, reported that the country’s Tourism Gross Domestic Product (GDP) posted sustained growth during the second quarter of 2025, confirming the strength of this sector as one of the main drivers of the national economy.
According to data from the Quarterly Indicators of Tourism Activity (ITAT) issued by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI), Tourism GDP increased 0.4% compared to the first quarter of the year, and 0.3% year-over-year.
“These figures confirm that the tourism policy promoted by President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo continues to strengthen the national economy and foster a more balanced regional development,” Rodríguez Zamora said.
The Tourism Minister also noted that Domestic Tourism Consumption—one of the sector’s most significant indicators—showed positive performance, rising 0.8% over the previous quarter and 1.9% compared to the same period in 2024. These results reflect greater mobility, dynamism, and confidence in domestic tourism.
Rodríguez Zamora emphasized that the growth of both Tourism GDP and tourism consumption reaffirms the Mexican government’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and inclusion in the development of the country’s tourist destinations.
She also noted that income derived from tourism activity continues its upward trend, driven by collaboration among federal, state, and municipal governments, as well as coordination with the private sector.
“The consolidation of domestic tourism reflects a coordinated strategy that promotes investment, training, and diversification of the tourism offer across the country,” she explained.
Finally, the Minister stressed that the joint work between the public and private sectors will remain focused on strengthening domestic consumption and local economies.
“Tourism is a living force that drives Mexico’s development and unity. We will continue working to ensure that its benefits reach everyone,” she concluded.
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