Several unions in Argentina have joined the general strike called by the CGT against the government's proposed labor reform, impacting various sectors throughout the nation.
In Argentina, a national strike has been called by the General Confederation of Labor (CGT) in response to the government’s labor reform initiative, scheduled for discussion in the Chamber of Deputies. The strike aims to draw attention to worker concerns regarding the potential implications of these reforms. Several unions have announced their support, indicating a wide-ranging impact across different sectors of the country despite the absence of a central rally, a departure from previous strikes.
The 24-hour strike will result in a complete halt to activities across various industries, highlighting the strength of solidarity among workers. Notably, the Union of General Transport Workers (UGATT) and the Argentine Confederation of Transport Workers (CATT) have confirmed their participation, emphasizing that there will be a total stoppage of passenger transport services. This situation is expected to create significant disruptions in daily commutes and transport logistics, putting additional pressure on the government to reconsider its proposed reforms.
The decision to grant unions “freedom of action” allows them to conduct localized protests, showing flexibility in their approach while also maintaining the strike’s overall goal. As the labor reforms are considered politically contentious, the CGT's strike embodies wider societal frustrations over job security and labor rights, setting the stage for possible future confrontations between the government and organized labor.
