Mexico City Zocalo Protest Ends: Economic Losses Mount, Union Vows Continued Fight

Mexico City Zocalo Protest Ends After 23 Days, Leaving Economic Scars Mexico City – After 23 days of protests, teachers from the Coordinadora Nacional de Trabajadores de la Educación (CNTE) union have ended their occupation of the Zocalo, Mexico City's main square. The demonstration, which began on [Start Date], caused significant disruption and economic losses for businesses in the historic center. Shopkeepers reported sales decreases of up to 50%, according to the video report by journalist Damaris Moran. "The decision to withdraw was due to internal exhaustion and a lack of tangible results after several dialogue sessions," Moran reported, summarizing the CNTE's statement. While the immediate protest is over, union leaders have warned they will continue their fight for improved working conditions and changes to the 2007 ISSSTE law through other means. One merchant interviewed stated, "We lost half our income during this time. We hope this doesn't happen again." The Zocalo's reopening marks the end of a visible chapter in the ongoing struggle for educational reform in Mexico, but also highlights the significant economic impact of such large-scale protests. The event underscores the need for effective dialogue and compromise to resolve social and economic issues.