David Estévez, leader of Mexico's National Association of Cargo Truckers (ANTAC), confirmed a high likelihood of strike and highway blockades on April 6, following an initial announcement last week. Citing no concrete progress from ongoing talks on highway insecurity and extortion, Estévez criticized the lack of advances despite dialogue with the Secretariat of Government (Segob), which claims demands are being addressed.
In a radio interview on April 1, ANTAC leader David Estévez raised the probability of the national strike—announced on March 26 after Holy Week—to 90%, stating, 'Very regrettably, I believe we are going on strike next Monday.' He acknowledged dialogue tables with Segob but highlighted persistent issues including extortion, homicides, corruption at police checkpoints, and gasoline price hikes.
ANTAC and the National Front for the Rescue of the Mexican Countryside (FNRCM) reiterate demands for removing state limits on police investigations, a dedicated 24/7 C5 monitoring system for cargo transport, and drone surveillance against criminals. Estévez thanked Segob officials but said conditions for resolution remain unmet.
On March 31, Segob reported establishing permanent attention mechanisms, noting some demands met and others progressing per administrative timelines, deeming further protests unnecessary. Both groups also plan protests during the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City.
