Mexico crackdown on ‘digital nomads' after protest over rising rents
Most of the protestors were peaceful but forthright in their chanting and slogans.
But some left a trail of destruction in their wake, smashing up businesses and even harassing foreigners.
Mexico's relatively relaxed pandemic restrictions saw a large influx of new residents. So-called 'digital nomads' were actively encouraged to move to the country, to take advantage of relatively cheap living standards.
But protestors believe the government's enticement has priced out locals, and caused a flood of short let and AirBnB properties in desirable, central neighbourhoods.
In response, the city of almost 23 millions' mayor is promising rent controls.
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