Argentina’s Congress has begun debating President Javier Milei’s highly contentious labour reform package, which includes proposals to scrap overtime pay, curb the right to strike and give company-level agreements precedence over sector-wide deals.
On Monday 2 February, after a parliamentary recess, the Argentine Congress opened early for extraordinary sessions convened by President Milei. The aim is to get his ‘labour modernisation’ bill approved during this period, which will last until 27 February. This reform is the cornerstone of the Argentine president’s agenda and marks the start of the second half of his term. According to the text, it will “provide predictability and clear rules for all stakeholders” and aims to “eliminate barrie
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