Stockholm, Sweden.
From Stockholm, Sweden the framework of the forum “Peace, Reconciliation and Human Rights” at the Swedish Defense University, President Gustavo Petro expressed his rejection of the removal of key itemsin the midst of the discussion of labor reform, which granted benefits to unions.
During his speech, Petro revealed that He learned of this Congressional decision while having dinner with Marcus Wallenberg, Sweden’s richest businessman.and other business leaders in the country.
“Last night we had a meeting with kings, queens and princesses. That is very difficult for us, but it was very important, because they and great Swedish businessmen They explained to us how they achieved equality in their society. At the same time, right-wing parliamentarians in Colombia took away workers’ rights in the labor reform.”, criticized the president.
“So it was symptomatic meet with the great Swedish businessmen and at the same time witness how Congress removed the so-called collective bargaining chapter. Who would be right at that moment? he asked me. “Swedish businessmen or right-wing Colombian parliamentarians?” Petro reflected.
The head of state referred to the eliminated articles that covered essential topics such as freedom of association and compliance with international standards, including fundamental collective rights such as the right to strike, collective agreements and freedom of association.
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