Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada has called on government agencies and private companies to implement remote work on June 11, 2026 [1].
The measure aims to prevent a total traffic collapse in the capital during the opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup [1]. With the city hosting major events, officials said reducing the number of commuters will facilitate essential mobility and emergency services across the metropolitan area [2].
Brugada said that both public and private sectors should allow employees to work from home to mitigate congestion [3]. Additionally, the mayor proposed the suspension of classes for students on that day [2]. These steps are intended to clear the roads for the influx of visitors and the logistical requirements of the tournament's inauguration [1].
While the government has made this request, private sector adoption remains varied. According to recent data, only 19% of Mexican companies intend to grant remote work during the 2026 World Cup [4]. This gap between government recommendations and corporate policy could lead to significant congestion if a majority of the workforce remains required to commute in person [4].
The administration said it wants flexibility to ensure the city can manage the scale of the event [3]. The focus remains on avoiding the gridlock that often accompanies major international sporting events in the city's dense urban center [2].
“The measure aims to prevent a total traffic collapse in the capital”
The disparity between the government's request and the actual rate of corporate adoption suggests that Mexico City may still face severe mobility challenges. If fewer than one-fifth of companies implement remote work, the city's infrastructure will likely struggle to support both the daily commuter population and the surge of international tourists attending the World Cup opening.
