Workers in El Tigre demand salary formalization and higher wages

Workers and retirees in El Tigre, Venezuela, held a protest to demand the formalization of a monthly minimum wage equivalent to $200. Protesters are calling for current bonuses, including the 'economic war bonus' and food allowances, to be integrated into the official salary to ensure they legally impact benefits such as vacations, social security, and professional scales.

Labor leaders highlighted that the minimum wage has remained frozen at 130 bolívares for four years. There are growing concerns regarding the upcoming payment of year-end bonuses, as current calculations based on the existing salary are deemed insufficient to cover basic food costs. Additionally, representatives for retirees urged the government to provide dignified pensions, noting that the current 130 bolívares rate is unsustainable for elderly citizens.