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CGT Sets Nov. 5 Leadership Vote, Leaves Power Structure Unsettled

The confederation underscored unity in response to Javier Milei’s austerity program.

Overview

  • The Comité Central Confederal formally called an Ordinary Congress for November 5 at the Obras Sanitarias stadium to elect authorities for 2025–2029 and consider the 2021–2024 reports.
  • Delegates did not decide whether the next leadership will remain a triumvirate or return to a single secretary general, keeping the format debate open.
  • Union leaders issued sharp condemnations of government policy, calling it an "ajuste salvaje" and citing layoffs, SME closures and difficulties securing pay deals above inflation.
  • Participation was limited to organizations with dues up to date, with delegate numbers scaled by union size under CGT rules.
  • Several leaders suggested decisions on names and structure could crystallize after the October 26 national elections as factions weigh more confrontational tactics.