Argentina’s CGT announces a general strike on April 8 against President Javier Milei, driven by discontent with austerity measures. Key decisions regarding the strike will be finalized in an upcoming meeting. This action is part of ongoing criticism since Milei’s presidency began in December 2023.
Argentina’s largest labor federation, the Confederación General del Trabajo (CGT), has announced plans for a general strike on Tuesday, April 8, in opposition to President Javier Milei’s administration. The specifics of the strike will be determined during an upcoming meeting of the labor federation’s board this Thursday. It remains uncertain whether the strike will involve a mobilization of workers toward Congress or the Casa Rosada.
The CGT, closely associated with Peronism, has voiced strong criticism towards President Milei’s austerity measures. This strike will mark the first CGT action of 2025 and the third since President Milei assumed office in December 2023. During Thursday’s meeting, CGT leaders are expected to discuss a strategy for opposing the pressures exerted by the government, as stated by Héctor Daer, a prominent CGT leader, during an interview.
Héctor Daer emphasized the importance of the forthcoming board meeting, stating, “We are going to be respectful of the fact that on Thursday, we will have a meeting of the CGT’s board of directors, but what all of us who are here have agreed on, and we are going to build it together, is a 24-hour strike before April 10.” This statement signifies the collective agreement among CGT leaders to unify their efforts against the current government’s policies.
The CGT’s planned general strike against President Javier Milei’s government reflects growing discontent with austerity measures. This strike will mark a pivotal moment for the labor movement in Argentina, showcasing the CGT’s resolve in challenging governmental pressures. As discussions unfold, the labor federation reinforces its commitment to fight for workers’ rights and interests through unified action.
Original Source: www.batimes.com.ar
