Argentina is preparing for a major overhaul of its labor laws under President Javier Milei, who argues the reforms will revive employment after hundreds of thousands of formal jobs were lost. The legislation would extend the maximum workday from eight to twelve hours, reduce severance protections, and weaken national collective bargaining structures. Critics say the plan will worsen job quality and undermine unions, especially as informal employment already affects more than 43% of workers. Supporters claim the changes will modernize the economy and reduce labor‑related costs for businesses.
See "‘More exploitation, fewer rights’: Argentina braces for sweeping overhaul of labor laws", Facundo Iglesia, Guardian, April 17, 2026