Labor Reform
Government seeks opposition support for labor reform in Senate
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Javier Milei's government is pushing for approval of its labor reform in the Senate by early February, convening opposition leaders. Meanwhile, Salta Governor Gustavo Sáenz warns of fiscal impacts on provinces, and Peronism presents an alternative project without a unified stance.
A trade union front, including ATE, UOM and other unions, announced marches on February 5 in Córdoba and February 10 in Rosario to reject the Government's labor reform. Though without the organic support of the CGT, the groups aim to pressure provincial governors and warn of future strikes in Congress. Rodolfo Aguiar of ATE stated that 'the Government has to start worrying'.
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Chief of Staff Manuel Adorni led the year's first officialist political table meeting to devise a strategy ensuring the labor reform's approval in Congress. Interior Minister Diego Santilli will start a tour of key provinces like Salta, Neuquén, and Entre Ríos to negotiate compensations amid unrest over Income Tax changes. This effort aims to address governors' concerns who are conditioning support on fiscal adjustments.
Senator Carolina Losada rejected leaks about the labor reform project discussed in the Mayo Council. She assured that a confidentiality pact exists and nothing is finalized yet. The leaked draft includes nine key points to flexibilize the labor market.
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Colombia's National Association of Entrepreneurs (Andi) voiced concerns over uncertainty from the 2026 Budget discussion and pending tax reform. The labor reform's implementation has raised costs and hindered hiring, while informality remains a key challenge to competitiveness. A survey found 53% of entrepreneurs saying informality affects their operations.