A general strike in Argentina is causing chaos on the transport front, as unions rally against harsh public spending cuts introduced by President Javier Milei. With all domestic flights canceled and train and metro services suspended in Buenos Aires, the strike is making waves across the country. While airlines report that international flights will continue, many shops in the capital remain shut.
The general strike is the third of its kind since Milei took office late last year. He implemented tough austerity measures to combat rampant hyperinflation, which has dropped from over 200% to around 60% annually. Unfortunately, these cuts have hit vulnerable communities the hardest, with pensioners and low-paid workers expressing their struggles to make ends meet.
Retired teacher Horacio Bianchi vented his frustration about the situation, claiming that the government's attempts to solve economic issues have only made life harder for citizens. Recent protests have turned violent, particularly as groups like football fans clash with police.
As Argentines await news on a potential new loan of $20 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) against an existing debt of $44 billion, the nation remains on edge. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will soon visit Buenos Aires to support the government’s controversial reforms.
