Mexico is a country in southern North America, bordering the United States to the north and Guatemala and Belize to the southeast, with coastlines along the Pacific Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and Caribbean Sea. It is one of Latin America’s most influential nations, known for its deep indigenous roots, Spanish colonial legacy, and striking contrasts between modern urban life and traditional rural communities. Mexico has a diversified economy driven by manufacturing, energy, agriculture, mining, and services, and it is a key trade partner of the United States and Canada. Spanish is the official language, and the country has the world’s largest Spanish-speaking population. Mexico is a federal republic made up of 31 states and Mexico City, which serves as the capital and one of the world’s largest metropolitan areas.