Argentina: Activists plan nationwide general strike, demonstrations Jan. 24 against policies of President Javier Milei

Activists affiliated with the General Confederation of Labor (Confederación General del Trabajo, CGT) are planning a nationwide general strike and demonstrations in Buenos Aires Jan. 24. The purpose of the gatherings is to oppose the social, economic, and labor policies of President Javier Milei. The general strike, which has support from mass transit and taxi unions, is scheduled to begin at 12:00 and continue until midnight. Activists plan to march to the Congress building in central Buenos Aires during the afternoon. Further protests and marches are likely nationwide, particularly in public squares and near government buildings.

Heightened security is likely near all gatherings. Transport and business disruptions are probable. Clashes between protesters and police are possible.