Feb 28 • 02:21 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina Clarin (ES)

Winners and losers in Milei's 'war' with businesspeople

President Javier Milei of Argentina is facing conflicts with significant industrialists after pushing major labor reforms intended to benefit businesses.

President Javier Milei's administration in Argentina has initiated a significant labor reform aimed at addressing long-standing grievances from business owners. The reform involves the annulment of numerous regulations that, according to Minister Federico Sturzenegger, hindered business operations. The government supported new laws and decrees, with substantial input from private firms and industrial chambers. Despite these efforts to enhance the business environment, Milei has found himself in disputes with prominent business leaders, raising questions about the effectiveness of his reforms and his approach to economic liberalization.

The tensions stem primarily from Milei's strong stance against certain industrialists who responded critically to his economic policies. For instance, businessman Paolo Rocca, who leads a major industrial group, opposed the decision related to the pricing of materials for infrastructure projects. This conflict illustrates the delicate relationship between the government and business sectors under Milei's administration, where he is perceived to be punishing those who do not align with his vision for economic openness.

As the situation unfolds, it is likely that the outcomes of this

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