Posted 1/24/2024, 6:33:49 PM
Argentine Unions Strike Over Milei's Moves Against Labor Rights Amid Inflation Woes
- General strike held in Argentina protesting President Milei's decree targeting unions and economic proposals
- Milei faces backlash over attempts to deregulate economy and limit union power to tackle high inflation
- Strike organized by major CGT union joined by other unions, social groups and political opponents
- Milei retains over 50% approval rating despite accelerating inflation and mass layoffs
- Future passage of Milei's omnibus bill with sweeping reforms uncertain given negotiations in Congress