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flag Mexico’s Senate backs 40-hour workweek reform, set for 2027 start, to boost worker well-being and productivity.

flag Mexico's Senate has unanimously approved a proposal to reduce the legal workweek from 48 to 40 hours, beginning in January 2027 and fully implemented by 2030, affecting about 13.4 million workers. flag The reform, introduced by President Claudia Sheinbaum, aims to improve worker well-being and labor productivity. flag It now moves to the lower house for final consideration, where it faces scrutiny over potential loopholes. flag If passed, the change will take effect on May 1, 2027. flag Mexico currently has the highest average annual working hours among OECD nations.

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