In Mike Eman wage talks remarks on November 4, the prime minister denied that AVP and FUTURO were at an impasse over raising minimum pay to the subsistence level, NoticiaCla reported. He described a difference in emphasis and pace rather than a government crisis.
Governor visit described as routine
Eman spoke after his regular audience with Governor Alfonso Boekhoudt. According to the report, he said the visit was routine and unrelated to a coalition crisis. He said FUTURO recognised the importance of higher wages while wanting more time for dialogue.
Compensation discussions remain possible
The prime minister said government was willing to discuss compensation, tax relief or other measures to ease the burden on businesses, particularly smaller firms. He also argued that dialogue should not postpone an increase indefinitely. Those are his stated positions; the report does not announce a final agreement, a new wage law or an implementation date.
Source: Original report.
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