As the 2026 World Cup approaches, hotel operators in the host city are breathing a sigh of relief after reaching a deal with 25,000 workers, averting a potentially crippling labor dispute. The agreement, which comes just in time for the highly anticipated tournament, was secured after months of tense negotiations between hotel management and union representatives. The deal aims to address concerns over worker rights, wages, and working conditions, all of which had been a major point of contention. With the World Cup set to draw millions of visitors to the city, the agreement is seen as a crucial step in ensuring a smooth and successful event.


Hotel operators avoid a 'very real threat' by signing a deal with 25,000 workers as the city hosts the 2026 tournament.