The Mexico City government is implementing a preliminary plan addressing gentrification linked to rising housing prices and an influx of foreign digital nomads. Mayor Clara Brugada announced regulations to prevent rent increases beyond inflation and plans to provide reasonable rental proposals. A recent protest highlighted residents' frustrations over being priced out of neighborhoods, exacerbated by government policies encouraging tourism. President Claudia Sheinbaum condemned xenophobic conduct during the protest, emphasizing that concerns around gentrification should not lead to discrimination against foreigners. Some groups are organizing further protests to demand regulatory measures for housing.
The Mexico City government plans to regulate rent increases and promote affordable housing in response to rising prices linked to gentrification and tourism.
Mayor Clara Brugada announced initiatives to prevent landlords from raising rents above inflation while creating proposals for reasonable rental practices.
Protests against gentrification included residents expressing frustration over being priced out of neighborhoods due to government actions that favor tourism and foreign workers.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum condemned the xenophobic sentiments evident at the protests, emphasizing that genuine issues like gentrification should not incite discrimination.
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