### Primary Article: Otay II Expected to be Completed in Five Weeks; U.S. Project Not Until 2027
The new Otay II border crossing is nearing completion on the Mexican side, with final touches expected within the next five weeks, according to Arturo Espinoza Jaramillo, head of the Secretariat of Infrastructure, Urban Development, and Territorial Reorganization (SIDURT). The total investment for this project has reached around four billion pesos.
While progress continues smoothly in Mexico, Espinoza Jaramillo highlighted significant delays in the United States, a stark contrast to the initial project timeline. The U.S. side has faced hurdles justifying credit for the construction, pushing the anticipated completion to 2027.
Baja California’s governor is advocating for the American side to expedite the process, aiming for completion before her term ends in 2027. Meanwhile, the existing infrastructure built by the Mexican National Defense Secretariat is being repurposed to streamline vehicle traffic and ease congestion in the current border areas.
Once completed, Otay II will be one of the most advanced border crossings globally, designed to nearly double the capacity of the original Otay border crossing.
### Secondary Article: Delays in U.S. Border Infrastructure Funding
The Otay II project isn’t the only border development facing delays in the United States. According to recent reports, various border infrastructure projects on the U.S. side have been stalled due to budgetary and administrative challenges. These projects are crucial for efficient cross-border trade and travel, especially considering the increasing volume of goods and people moving between the two nations.
In related news, the U.S. Congress is evaluating new funding proposals to speed up these projects, recognizing their strategic importance. The delays have sparked concerns among business leaders and local government officials who fear prolonged economic repercussions on both sides of the border.
The American side’s ability to secure and allocate appropriate funds will determine the pace of these critical infrastructure projects. Meanwhile, both Mexican and American officials continue to closely monitor and address the delays to ensure the border crossing enhancements benefit the broader economic and security landscape.
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