Argentina: government restricts right to strike

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A decree published on 21 May by the Argentine government classifies a range activities as essential. As a result, they will have to provide a 75% minimum service in the event of a strike. The CGT has announced that it will appeal against the decree.

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The Argentine government headed up by libertarian president Javier Milei, in power since December 2023, has placed a significant restriction on the right to strike through the publication of a decree on Wednesday 21 May. According to the text, many sectors are considered “essential”, requiring them to guarantee a minimum of 75% of their services. These include education, health and hospital services, air, sea and river transport, gas, fuel and electricity production, customs and immigration services, and telecommunications services.

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