Lisbon witnessed a massive demonstration on Saturday as tens of thousands of citizens rallied against a proposed labor reform package introduced by Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro’s government. The protest, spearheaded by the nation’s leading labor union, saw participants brandishing signs with slogans such as “No to the labor package” and demanding a monthly minimum wage of 1,050 euros ($1,214) by 2026. The government claims the reforms aim to enhance productivity and job market flexibility, but critics argue they undermine workers’ rights and call for the package’s withdrawal. Among the contentious measures are restrictions on flexible work schedules for breastfeeding women, reduced bereavement leave for miscarriages, and streamlined procedures for worker dismissals. Currently, Portugal’s minimum wage is set at 870 euros (approximately $1,007) per month. Prime Minister Montenegro, leader of the center-right Democratic Alliance, heads a minority government in the EU nation of 10.6 million people. If approved, the bill is expected to pass in parliament with support from the far-right Chega party, the largest opposition group. In response to the reforms, protest organizers have announced a general strike scheduled for December 11.