As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, which will be jointly hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada, the Labour Party's parliamentary group in the Mexican Senate has proposed enhanced measures to prevent human trafficking and sexual tourism during the event. Geovanna Bañuelos, the vice-coordinator of the party, highlighted the necessity for state obligations to protect children and adolescents, as well as victims of trafficking related to large-scale international events.

The proposed initiative aims to amend existing legislation to impose a responsibility on federal, state, and municipal authorities to implement reinforced measures for prevention, detection, and sanctioning of such crimes during the period of massive international sports events. This includes not only the World Cup but also applies to regional tournaments and any international events expected to increase national or foreign mobility significantly.

The legislation reflects growing concern over the potential risks associated with tourism and large gatherings, particularly in light of past incidents connected to major sporting events. By taking proactive steps and ensuring comprehensive strategies are in place, the initiative seeks to safeguard vulnerable populations, particularly minors, from exploitation during the influx of visitors expected for the World Cup events.