Amazon Web Services (AWS) has revealed plans to invest $5 billion in Mexico over the next 15 years and has launched a new AWS Mexico (Central) Region to meet the growing demand for cloud services in Latin America. This major move aims to boost Mexico’s digital infrastructure, create jobs, and support economic growth.
About the New AWS Region
The AWS Mexico (Central) Region, located in Querétaro, includes three Availability Zones. It offers businesses faster cloud services with low latency and ensures data can be securely stored in Mexico, supporting local regulations for data storage and privacy.
Economic Benefits
- $10 Billion to Mexico’s GDP: The new AWS region is expected to contribute significantly to Mexico’s economy over the investment period.
- Job Creation: AWS projects an average of 7,000 full-time equivalent jobs annually through its supply chain during construction and operations.
Focus on Sustainability
The new data centers will be air-cooled, avoiding the use of water in their daily operations. This aligns with AWS’s commitment to sustainability and innovation.
AWS is also investing in local talent development, including a $300,000 AWS InCommunities Fund to support community projects in the region.
Expanding Cloud Services in Latin America
The AWS Mexico (Central) Region is the company’s second in Latin America, after the AWS South America (São Paulo) Region. The new region helps businesses in Mexico comply with data localization laws and offers faster, more reliable cloud services to industries like government, education, and tech startups.
Statements from Leaders
Prasad Kalyanaraman, AWS VP of Infrastructure Services, said, “This new AWS Region will place Mexico at the center of AI and machine learning innovation.”
Raquel Buenrostro, Mexico’s Economy Minister, added, “Cloud services are essential for driving digital and economic transformation in our country.”
A Boost for Mexico’s Tech Ecosystem
The expansion has been welcomed by major AWS clients in Mexico, such as Banco Santander Mexico, BBVA, and Cinepolis, who will benefit from reduced latency and enhanced data residency options.
Global Growth Plans
AWS now operates 105 Availability Zones in 33 regions worldwide. Future expansions include new regions in Malaysia, New Zealand, Thailand, and the AWS European Sovereign Cloud.
This strategic investment highlights the growing importance of Latin America’s digital market and reinforces AWS’s commitment to innovation and economic growth in the region.
Links
https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/aws/new-aws-region-in-mexico-is-in-the-works
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