Argentina's Senate approves pension spending increase, defying President Milei's austerity plan.

Argentina's Senate has approved a pension spending increase, defying President Javier Milei's austerity program. The lawmakers' decision to pass a bill costing at least 0.4% of the country's GDP challenges Milei's "zero deficit" plan, as lawmakers could override his veto with a two-thirds majority. The increase includes cost-of-living adjustments to counter Argentina's 260% annual inflation rate.

August 22, 2024
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