In 2023, the gross domestic product (GDP) of the culture sector reported an amount of 820,963 million pesos, which represented an annual growth of 2.6 percent, revealed the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi).
The Institute, which presented the results of the update of the Cultural Satellite Account of Mexico (CSCM) 2023, which provides a comprehensive vision of the dimension, evolution and composition of the cultural sector in Mexico, estimated that the cultural activity of the country suffered a significant slowdown from 2022, when it showed growth of 9.3 percent, to 2023.
The cultural GDP had a contribution of 2.7 percent to the GDP of the total economy (this is made up of market, household and public management activities) last year.
Market activities, carried out by private agents and that generate cultural goods and services for profit, contributed 2.19 percent of the GDP of the cultural sector, those related to households, such as voluntary work in the organization of cultural activities or trade of cultural products on public roads, among others, contributed 0.39 percent and those of public management, –activities carried out by government units and that contribute to facilitating access, dissemination, development and strengthening of cultural activities–, 0.16 percent.
At constant values, the GDP of the cultural sector grew 2.6 percent and the total economy, 3.2 percent. From 2008 to 2023, Inegi estimated that the industry showed an average annual increase of 0.9 percent.
The Institute, chaired by Graciela Márquez, described that the areas with the greatest contribution to GDP were crafts, with 19.1 percent; digital content and the Internet, –such as access and transmission of digital content–, with 18.1 percent; audiovisual media, such as television or cinema, with 17.6 percent, and design and creative services, with 13.6 percent.
The areas of the culture sector with the greatest growth were digital content and the internet, with an annual increase of 9.6 percent in 2023; cultural and natural heritage, 9.1 percent; as well as the visual and plastic arts, 5.4 percent.
On the other hand, the areas with the greatest decrease were books, printing and press, with an increase of 8.5 percent; and music and concerts, 5.5 percent.
The economic activities of the cultural sector generated one million 439 thousand 671 jobs in 2023, which is equivalent to 3.5 percent of the total economy, but there were 20 thousand 906 fewer jobs (1.4 percent) compared to the 2022.
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What specific strategies do you believe could effectively enhance the visibility and appreciation of Mexico’s cultural assets in both local and international markets?
1. How do you think the information presented in this article about the gross domestic product (GDP) of the culture sector in Mexico impacts the overall economy of the country?
2. What do you think are the main factors that contributed to the slowdown in cultural activity growth from 2022 to 2023?
3. What role does technology play in the cultural industry, as indicated by the increase in digital content and internet-related industries’ GDP contribution?
4. How vital is it for the Mexican government to continue supporting and investing in the arts and culture sector to maintain its contribution to the country’s economy?
5. Considering the decrease in musical and live performance-related activities, what actions could be taken to promote these fields and maintain their economic viability?
Section 1: Impact on the Overall Economy
- As a member of the private sector, how do you see the cultural industry’s growth affecting your business or organization?
– As a representative from the public sector, how do you plan to leverage the cultural industry as a driver for economic development in Mexico?
Section 2: Factors Contributing to Slowdown
– What are some challenges that the cultural industry in Mexico is facing currently, and how can they be addressed?
- With the decrease in jobs in the music and concert industry, what measures can be taken to support these professionals and prevent further decline?
Section 3: Role of Technology in the Industry
– How important is it for the government to invest in digital infrastructure and technology to support the growth of the cultural industry?
– As a member of the cultural industry, how have you adapted to the increasing use of technology in your field?
Section 4: Government Support for the Cultural Industry
– What are some successful government initiatives that have promoted cultural tourism in Mexico?
– In what ways can the private sector collaborate with the government to support the cultural industry?
Section 5: Promoting Musical and Live Performance Activities
– What initiatives have been taken to promote live performances in Mexico, particularly traditional and local forms of music and dance?
– How can venues and event organizers work together to attract more audiences and support musicians and performers?
Using these sections and questions, you can conduct an engaging interview with your guests while focusing on the key
