{"id":232041,"date":"2026-06-17T15:11:31","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T15:11:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/the-sit-in-that-no-one-stops-cnte-has-already-cost-merchants-2-5-billion-pesos\/"},"modified":"2026-06-17T15:11:33","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T15:11:33","slug":"the-sit-in-that-no-one-stops-cnte-has-already-cost-merchants-2-5-billion-pesos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/the-sit-in-that-no-one-stops-cnte-has-already-cost-merchants-2-5-billion-pesos\/","title":{"rendered":"The Sit-in That No One Stops: CNTE Has Already Cost Merchants 2.5 Billion Pesos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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A demonstrator places a banner next to a spray-painted vehicle while dissident teachers from Mexico’s National Coordination of Education Workers (CNTE) take part in a protest heading towards Ciudad de Mexico Stadium, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City, Mexico, June 9, 2026. REUTERS\/Luis Cortes<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

The CNTE Sit-In: An Economic Crisis in Oaxaca<\/h2>\n

The ongoing demonstrations by the Section 22 of the CNTE<\/strong> (National Coordination of Education Workers) in Oaxaca have reached a critical point, culminating in significant economic repercussions. As of June 2026, local businesses are facing staggering losses amounting to 2,500 million pesos<\/strong> since protests began on May 25. This equates to an alarming rate of 100 million pesos per day<\/strong>, with little indication of an immediate resolution.<\/p>\n

Impact on Local Economy<\/h3>\n

Francisco Jorge S\u00e1nchez, a member of the board for the Established Merchants of Oaxaca Antequera<\/strong>, reported a dramatic 50% drop in commercial activity<\/strong>, severely impacting the area\u2019s economic stability. Hotel occupancy rates have plummeted below 60%<\/strong>, exacerbating the financial strain on local businesses.<\/p>\n

The protests have effectively paralyzed around 10,000 local businesses<\/strong> in the Historic Center of Oaxaca. Many establishments are unable to operate due to access being obstructed by tents and barricades erected by protesting teachers. Despite these challenges, business owners are still obligated to pay rents exceeding 50,000 pesos<\/strong> monthly.<\/p>\n

Fuel Supply Disruptions<\/h3>\n

The ramifications of the protests extend beyond retail. The blockade of the Pemex Supply and Dispatch Terminal has led to the closure of at least 15 gas stations<\/strong> in the Central Valleys, with another 90 establishments<\/strong> at risk if the situation continues. This blockade prevents the exit of fuel trucks, further stressing local operations and staff.<\/p>\n

The Business Community’s Response<\/h2>\n

Jos\u00e9 Rivera Espina, president of the Association of Business Leaders Promoting the Development of Oaxaca, noted that the city hosts between 35,000 and 55,000 businesses<\/strong>, both formal and informal, generating an economic output close to 205 million pesos each day<\/strong>. The ongoing blockades have drastically reduced customer foot traffic and, therefore, financial viability.<\/p>\n

In response to these challenges, local business leaders are vociferously calling for governmental intervention. Unlike previous protests, S\u00e1nchez emphasized that neither state nor federal authorities have enacted support measures for micro, small, and medium enterprises, which are bearing the brunt of the economic fallout.<\/p>\n

Calls for Action<\/h3>\n

The Citizen Council for Oaxaca has urged the state government to adopt responsible solutions, stressing that ignoring the situation while economic sectors absorb the losses is unacceptable. Merchants express empathy for the teachers\u2019 struggle but implore Section 22 to reconsider their methods to minimize impact on the broader community.<\/p>\n

Continued Protest Actions<\/h2>\n

Meanwhile, the CNTE teachers remain resolute, continuing their demonstrations along key routes, including the Oaxaca-Mexico highway<\/strong> and the Oaxaca International Airport<\/strong>. They assert that they will maintain pressure on the government until their demands related to wages and labor conditions are satisfactorily addressed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n


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