Argentina: Demonstrations overlap with Catholic feast day
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Protesters have taken to the streets of Buenos Aires once again, with trade unions and social groups voicing anger over surging inflation and job losses in Argentina. The demonstrations coincided with the Catholic feast day of San Cayetano, or Saint Cajetan — revered as the patron saint of bread and work.
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- Trade unions and social groups protested against President Mele's economic policies.
- The protest coincided with the feast day of San Cayetano, attracting thousands of worshippers. 15s
- Demonstrators argue that austerity measures have hit the poor and state workers hardest. 47s
- Despite lower inflation, high costs and unemployment remain concerns for many Argentinians. 1m 30s
- Protesters say economic improvements have not benefited the most vulnerable groups. 1m 58s