Claudia Sheinbaum and CATEM have forged an alliance to champion workers’ rights, underscoring the correlation between the country’s progress and the well-being of its labor force. In a momentous occasion for Mexico’s labor movement, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, spearheading the national campaign for the Fourth Transformation, announced a pivotal partnership with the Autonomous Confederation of Workers and Employees of Mexico (CATEM) at the organization’s XV Ordinary National Congress in Mexico City. This collaboration seeks to fortify and expand labor rights across Mexico, recognizing that the welfare of workers is indispensable for the nation’s advancement.
Sheinbaum, acknowledging Mexico’s positive trajectory, stressed the imperative of further enhancing labor rights. She articulated, “Our shared objective is paramount: to prevent a return to a past marked by corruption and privilege, and to advance with the Fourth Transformation of our public life.” The establishment of over 10,000 Labor Defense Committees within CATEM as part of the Fourth Transformation signifies tangible progress towards this objective.
Her dedication to the workforce encompasses safeguarding their wages and benefits, aligning with President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s vision that prioritizes the well-being of the most vulnerable to ensure the country’s prosperity.
Senator Pedro Haces Barba, serving as the Secretary-General of CATEM, highlighted achievements resulting from the collaboration between the government and labor representatives, such as increasing the minimum wage and improving working conditions. He emphasized the importance of continuing these advancements in line with the principles of the Fourth Transformation, with Sheinbaum leading the way.
Senator Ricardo Monreal stressed the vital importance of nurturing and reinforcing the relationship between workers, the government, and employers to advance labor rights. He stated, “Our alliance with Dr. Claudia Sheinbaum is pivotal at this moment.”
The congress attracted significant figures from politics and business, demonstrating broad support for the initiative. The collaboration between Claudia Sheinbaum and CATEM represents a significant stride in the advancement of labor rights in Mexico, promising a future characterized by greater equity and prosperity for the nation’s workforce.
