Feb 13 β€’ 13:56 UTC πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Argentina Clarin (ES)

Extraordinary: The Government Will Include University Funding in the Agenda

The Argentine government plans to include a new bill on university funding in the extraordinary congressional sessions agenda amidst ongoing political tensions.

The government led by Javier Milei is set to introduce a new bill focused on university funding, which will be added to the already extensive agenda of extraordinary sessions in Congress. This decision, to be communicated officially via decree, comes after discussions between the Ministry of Education and the National Interuniversity Council (CIN). The renewed focus on university financing highlights the administration's efforts to address educational issues in light of recent challenges.

This move follows the government's appeal against a ruling by Judge MartΓ­n Cormick that mandated the executive branch to revise the allocations outlined in a law passed by Congress last year. Although the law was initially vetoed by President Milei, Congress had the support to override the veto, reflecting significant political friction as the nation approaches legislative elections. The back-and-forth between the executive and legislative branches has underscored existing tensions within Argentine politics.

Moreover, the situation has led to significant public protests against the previously announced decision by the government to change university funding plans. These protests signify the public's concern over educational financing amid politically charged atmospheres. By revisiting this funding issue, the government may be attempting to alleviate public discontent and stabilize relations with educational institutions ahead of the upcoming elections.

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