President Claudia Sheinbaum has decreed remote work for federal employees and suspended classes in Mexico City on June 11, 2026, to manage traffic and security during the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony at the Estadio Azteca.
Key points
- The decree encourages private sector companies to adopt flexible work arrangements, such as telework or hybrid schedules, to reduce urban mobility.
- Essential services, including healthcare, public security, and utility operations, are exempt from the remote work mandate.
- The measure aims to facilitate the movement of thousands of domestic and international visitors expected for the tournament's start.
- The Coordinadora Nacional de Trabajadores de la Educación (CNTE) and other groups have planned protests and marches in the capital on the same day.
Why it matters
The government's intervention highlights the logistical challenges of hosting a major global sporting event in a densely populated capital, balancing public safety and mobility with the needs of the city's workforce.
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