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Trump’s Travel Crackdown Has a Winner: Mexican Tourism
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Mexico aims to join the top five most-visited countries, currently ranked sixth, by leveraging the 2026 World Cup co-hosted with the U.S. and Canada as a tourism boost.
- The tournament, featuring 104 games and 48 countries, is expected to attract 5.5 million visitors to Mexico, generating billions in economic activity.
- Mexican officials have eased entry requirements for certain nationalities, positioning Mexico as a more accessible alternative amid stricter U.S. immigration policies under President Trump.
- President Claudia Sheinbaum has set an ambitious tourism growth goal for her term ending in 2030, hoping to capitalize on the World Cup's global exposure.
- Mexican government representatives emphasize the country's welcoming stance to international visitors, aiming to strengthen its image as a friendly destination.
