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  • Carmen Maganda
  • Laura Ruelas
  • Harlan Koff
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2016), Articles, pages 59-83
DOI: https://doi.org/10.30827/revpaz.v9i2.5320
Submitted: Nov 7, 2016 Accepted: Dec 19, 2016 Published: Dec 23, 2016

Abstract

This article examines the political conflict surrounding the interstate transfer of water in the Huitzilapan-Xalapa Aqueduct, from which about 60% of the water resources for the city of Xalapa, state capital of Veracruz, come. This interstate water transfer has eventually lead to political and social conflict based on misinformation about perceived water shortages to Xalapa. The article examines a case in which water officials from Xalapa have apparently complied with guidelines related to procedural, distributive, and ecological justice. Therefore, the article proposes a focus on «justice as responsible (and informed) dialogue» as a central element of procedural justice. The analysis is based on a review of official documents, such as Mexican water laws and the water concession under which this water transfer has occurred, press reviews published in regional newspapers, a field visit and interviews with key stakeholders and researchers mostly in Veracruz state.

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