Temporary Unemployment Insurance Proposed for Quintana Roo Tourism Workers
Cancún, Quintana Roo — Ildefonso Guajardo Villarreal, former Economy Secretary and T-MEC negotiator, proposed the creation of a temporary unemployment insurance to protect tourism workers affected by the economic slowdown in Quintana Roo.
Speaking before members of the Consejo Coordinador Empresarial del Caribe, Guajardo argued that beyond maintaining social programs, it is necessary to establish support mechanisms for people who lose their jobs temporarily due to low tourist activity. He said such support would allow thousands of families to weather the period of lower occupancy while the sector recovers.
Guajardo explained that the unemployment insurance could provide financial support for up to six months, aiming to give workers stability until the high season picks up again.
He also stressed that the proposal must be accompanied by a comprehensive tourism promotion strategy and greater coordination between the business sector and federal and state governments to strengthen Quintana Roo’s economy and preserve jobs.
Laura Castillo covers tourism, business, and economic development across Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and the wider Riviera Maya for Riviera Maya News & Events. She tracks the region's most important business stories — from hotel investments and airline route expansions to real estate market trends and local economic policy — helping English-speaking readers stay informed about the economic pulse of Mexico's Caribbean coast.Laura has been reporting on Quintana Roo's tourism sector since 2020, closely monitoring developments in Cancun's hotel zone, Tulum's rapidly growing commercial corridor, and the evolving business landscape in Playa del Carmen. Her coverage includes corporate investments, employment trends, infrastructure projects, and the economic impact of events like sargassum seasons and hurricane preparation.Before joining Riviera Maya News & Events, Laura worked in business development and market analysis in the Riviera Maya region, giving her first-hand insight into how tourism, real estate, and local commerce intersect. She is fluent in English and Spanish.For story tips: laura@rivieramayanews.mx
