Historic Center sales impacted by controlled access; merchants lift blockade after deal

Traders in Mexico City's Historic Center have lifted their protest blockade following a negotiated agreement with city officials. The merchants had been demonstrating against controlled access points that were severely hindering their businesses and reducing sales in the bustling downtown area.

The agreement stipulates a reduction in the number of barricades that had been erected, a move that merchants hope will revitalize commercial activity. The controlled access points, particularly those on Madero, Tacuba, and Cinco de Febrero streets, were a major point of contention, creating significant obstacles for customers and suppliers alike.

While the blockade has ended, the situation remains sensitive. The controlled access points will be maintained as long as the National Education Workers' Union (CNTE) continues its protest encampment in the area. This ongoing presence of the CNTE protest means that some level of traffic and pedestrian flow management will persist, impacting the full return to normal operations for the Historic Center's businesses.