BUENOS AIRES – In the early morning hours of Friday, Argentina’s Chamber of Deputies gave approval to controversial workplace reform legislation championed by libertarian President Javier Milei, despite widespread labor union opposition that resulted in a nationwide work stoppage paralyzing much of the nation.
The legislative measure received backing from 135 lawmakers while 115 voted in opposition. Having previously gained Senate approval last week, the bill underwent several amendments and must now return to the upper chamber for a final determination before it can be enacted into law.
