Hundreds march in Lisbon to demand higher wages, pensions, better working conditions
Hundreds of workers joined a rally called by the General Confederation of Portuguese Workers (CGTP) in Lisbon on Saturday to demand an increase in wages, pensions and better working conditions.
Protesters also criticised the tariffs imposed by the US President Donald Trump on imports from other countries, saying that the measures caused inflation and posed great threats to millions of Portuguese who live on the minimum wage.
They underlined the 'enormous difficulties' in 'balancing work and personal life', as well as the challenges in paying housing rental costs.
The protest was joined by workers from several districts of Lisbon under the motto 'Higher Wages and Better Pensions - Defend Public Services and State Social Functions - Social Security, Health, Education, Housing'.
Similar demonstrations were held on Saturday in Porto and Coimbra as a part of a nationwide day of action, according to local media. Strike notices were also announced by the CGTP's secretary-general in various sectors, including commerce, services, and hospitality.
The CGTP proposes a 15 per cent minimum wage rise, with at least 150 euros for all workers. They also advocate for boosting the national minimum wage from the current 870 euros ($953) to 1,000 euros ($1,095).
(Source: AFP)
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