Government's Reaction to Protests and Customs Modernization

Minister Patricia Bullrich emphasized that the government has maintained strict control during last week's demonstrations, adhering to anti-protest protocols. Despite some large protests, order has generally been respected. Bullrich highlighted the necessity to modernize the Customs, stating that many current employees do not meet the desired efficiencies, affecting the agility of processes in public administration. She emphasized existing tensions both in Customs and in the handling of union strikes, where less flexible unions face resistance from the government against negotiations that could harm the country's strategic directions. Addressing insecurity, she cited a recent case of the release of a minor, reflecting flaws in the judicial system, and urged an urgent review of the age of criminal responsibility. Bullrich concluded by asserting that despite the protests, the social climate remains relatively peaceful and supports changing laws to enhance security and public administration.