SocietyHuman trafficking in Mexico: the dark side of tourism
Mexico welcomed a record 20 million tourists by May 2026, but the visitor boom has also increased risks of human trafficking and sexual exploitation, especially for women and children. Mixi Cruz describes being exploited by family as a child. Organized crime groups are increasingly involved, while as many as 98% of cases may go unreported.
Human trafficking in Mexico: the dark side of tourism
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