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This article discusses the government policy regarding the Candelaria River in Candelaria, Campeche, Mexico. It examines the political aspects of the use of the river basin, which provides water for several communities in both Mexico and Guatemala. The author studies the history of the use of the river, including that of the Maya society in Acalan in Campeche during prehispanic times, emphasizing the importance of the river in commercial and agricultural activities. The development of political policy for the river from the 1950s and into the 21st century is also detailed.