Your people greet you with a thunderous applause, oh Benito Juárez - overthrower of an empire and leader of the esteemed Mexican Republic! Mexico has a rich history, for its culture is nearly as diverse as its people are. Overall, Juárez will always be remembered as a reformer who gave us modern Mexico. Many towns and cities are named in honour of him, and his most famous quotes are probably "Among individuals, as among nations, respect for the rights of others is peace", which is now on Oaxaca's coat of arms, and "Law has always been my shield and my sword", which is often quoted in courts and law buildings. His rule today is known as "The Reform of the North", and started a new era for Mexico - a more liberal, capitalist republic, with a lot less conservatism and theocratic elements. Today, Juárez is remembered as a progressive reformer, characterised by his support for rights for the indigenous people of Mexico, and his separation of church and state.
Mexico is still on the path to becoming a world economic leader, and is a massive exporter of many natural resources, such as oil and silver. In recent years, however, it has suffered from drug trafficking, especially across the border to the USA. Mexico has had several transitions of government, and today is a democratic state, with a growing economy and a population of around 112 million, the largest in the Spanish-speaking world. It was originally inhabited by the Aztec civilization, known for their large amount of human sacrifices and for their appearance in the Civilization franchise. It borders the United States of America to the north, and Honduras and Belize to the south.
Mexico is a former Spanish colony situated in Central America.