Mass Marches Across Colombia: Workers, Students, and Teachers Demand Labor Rights and Social Reforms

Thousands of Colombians, including workers, students, teachers, and social movements, took to the streets in major cities like Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, and Bucaramanga to protest against government policies and demand labor rights, public education, and social reforms. The demonstrations were organized by various unions, including the National Union of Workers of the Special Jurisdiction for Peace (SINTRAJEP) and the Union of Workers in the Beverage and Food Industry of Colombia (Sintraquim). The protests aimed to defend key social protections and express discontent with budget cuts and other government measures.