November 17, 2025
Mexico is experiencing large, youth-led protests mainly driven by anger at corruption, impunity for violent crime, and the recent assassination of Uruapan’s mayor, who advocated stronger cartel action. Demonstrators, especially Gen Z, are clashing with police in Mexico City and across 50+ cities, with over 120 injured recently. Heightened security measures and travel restrictions, especially in Mexico City, are likely to disrupt business operations.