Each one of us is responsible for the success or failure of the tasks we undertake. Because of this, we cannot keep waiting for "something" or "someone" to provide us with magical solutions to reactivate the economy. Not the supposed aid Guatemala will receive when the peace is signed, nor the establishment of new tariffs or commercial deals, represent an integral solution to development. "It is not forbidden to be a wealthy country but, to be one, the prevalent economic system must be one that rewards competition and excellence, and does not grant privileges to any sector of society", states María del Carmen Aceña in the Opinion section.

Economic well-being makes itself manifest in the surroundings. A live example of this is Zone 10, which, since its beginnings, was thrust with strong investment by its inhabitants. Learn the interesting story of its evolution in the Cover Story.

In the Stock Exchange section, Enrique Crespo describes investment trusts and their coverage. Marcos Ibargüen covers the "thorny" subject of the ecology and business practices. Actually, the Success Story introduces a company that has based its strategy on environmental protection: Refrigua.

Guatemala is Mexico's most important commercial partner, although there is still some resistance to free commerce in both countries. Although, on paper, both governments are clearing the way, many obstacles prevail. Jorge Jacobs discusses the issues in the International section.

Who says it can't be done? Against all predictions, in less than two years, Central America has joined the whole world by means of the Internet. Learn the details in the section on Managerial Information Systems.

In this issue, we introduce our new section on Business Opportunities, in collaboration with Trade Point Guatemala. Give us your feedback.