Mobilization is organized by the main union centrals of the country and began with protests in front of the National Congress
The prepare for a 24 -hour general strike in response to the tax adjustment policies implemented by the president. The mobilization, which is organized by the country’s leading trade unions, began with protests in front of and is scheduled to start at midnight on Thursday (10). Protesters raise several flags, including the defense of fair salaries, retirees’ rights, national industry protection, resumption of public works and a national employment plan. In addition, they require the end of the repression of social manifestations, claiming that their freedoms and rights are being disrespected, and criticize the lack of government dialogue.
The strike is coordinated by the General Labor Confederation (CGT), the Argentina Autonomous Workers Center (CTA-A) and the Argentine Workers and Workers Center (CTA-T). This movement represents the third joint stoppage of the three centrals, demonstrating the union of the working class around their claims.
Hugo Godoy, secretary general of the autonomous CTA, stressed that the mobilization reflects the determination of workers to contain the policies of the Milei government. On the other hand, the president shared a statement by the minister of state deregulation and transformation, Federico Adolfo Sturzenegger, who minimized the importance of the strike, classifying it as an “extortion attempt” by unions.
Amid this scenario of social tension, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced a new deal with the Argentine authorities, which involves a $ 20 billion loan. However, the release of this appeal depends on the approval of the IMF executive board. The purpose of the agreement is to stabilize the economy of Argentina and support reforms that seek to consolidate macroeconomic stability, as well as promoting sustainable growth.
*Report produced with the aid of AI
Posted by Nátaly Tenório
