Argentina’s Congress on Friday adopted President Javier Milei’s flagship labor reform, handing victory to the libertarian leader in his push to boost hiring by loosening rules on working hours, dismissals and overtime. The so-called “labor modernization law” allows working days of up to 12 hours, reduces severance pay, limits the right to strike and lowers employer taxes, among other provisions. Polls show Argentines divided on the reform, with 48.6% in favor and 45.2% against in a recent survey. The law is the centerpiece of Milei’s radical free market agenda. He insists that Argentina’s labor laws are outdated, too restrictive and discourage formal hiring.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 28, 2026 08:06 UTC