JUDGES in Argentina suspended President Javier Milei‘s proposed labor law changes that are part of the sweeping economic reforms to revive the country’s struggling economy.
The sweeping economic changes were introduced by Milei after he took office last month.
The reforms include an increased probation period from the previous three to eight months, lower compensation payments for dismissed employees, and shorter pregnancy leave credits.
Trade unions had challenged the changes and argued that they undermined the basic protection for workers such as parental leave and their right to strike.
To recall, thousands of Argentines filled the city streets of Buenos Aires more than a week ago to propose the new President’s proposed economic reforms.
Fresh demonstrations were witnessed on Wednesday night where protesters brought with them pots, pans, and sticks to make noises in a movement they called Cacerolazos.
Milei is expected to appeal against the ruling. Meanwhile, Argentina’s main trade union federation called for a general nationwide strike on January 24.
