Colombian Congress files labor reform amid mobilizations

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In the midst of popular mobilizations in Colombia in support of the labor reform, Congress shelved the proposal made by Gustavo Petro's government on Tuesday. teleSUR

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00:00Colombian Congress shelves labor reform proposed by Gustavo Petro's government amid popular demonstrations.

00:07Since his inauguration, Colombian President Gustavo Petro has proposed a series of reforms

00:12that seek to improve the living conditions of millions of citizens.

00:17Tuesday morning, demonstrators in different cities in the country participated in rallies to support a project

00:23which have been obstructed by the country's Congress

00:26and that sought fair remuneration on the mandatory work day

00:31and was intended to provide job stability and reinforce stability for people

00:36who are pregnant, sick and about to retire,

00:39as well as measures for the elimination of violence, harassment and decrimination at work.

00:44Despite this massive protest, Colombian Congress voted in favor of shelving the reform.

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