The new tax facing cruise passengers in Mexico will be pushed back until July 2025 after backlash ensued from cruise associations who fear the fee will negatively affect ports.

A new tax on cruise ship passengers visiting Mexico has been delayed following pushback from the industry. The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association said the $42-per-guest charge is now expected to take effect on July 1,

Mexico's lower house on Tuesday approved a reform that seeks to regulate labor conditions for delivery workers and drivers working for apps such as DiDi , Rappi and Uber by ensuring access to social security and a Christmas bonus among other benefits.

Mexico’s Lower House of Congress approved the general text of one of the most aggressive labor reform bills in the world, which would give additional rights and benefits to gig workers employed at digital apps like Uber Technologies Inc.