High-speed train deal in Mexico goes off the rails

Bidding to reopen after contract snatched from Chinese-led group

Mexico has revoked a contract for a $3.75 billion high-speed passenger rail link with a Chinese-led consortium after its uncontested bid prompted an outcry from lawmakers, souring a state visit to China next week by President Enrique Pena Nieto.

After the contract was awarded on Monday, opposition politicians accused the government of favoring the group led by China Railway Construction Corp Ltd, the sole bidder. Mexico's Transport and Communications Ministry said late on Thursday it would now solicit new bids for the job.