Overview

• EsSalud and Gremios Unidos signed an act at the Labor Ministry on September 23, lifting the national stoppage that began on September 9.
• The agreement ties new payouts to activity and performance indicators beginning in 2026, pending required approvals.
• EsSalud committed to recruiting additional staff, holding competitive processes for leadership posts, strengthening integrity systems, and designing a new pay policy.
• Services are being restored across 144 hospitals after two weeks of disruptions that affected more than 12 million insured users, with critical care maintained throughout.
• Union leaders said the strike is suspended and they remain on permanent alert as backlogs and reported shortages continue to be monitored.