Argentina's Ship Guides Strike, Stopping Grain Exports After Milei's New Rules

Maritime pilots — local guides who steer ships through tricky waters — struck August 3 after President Milei deregulated river navigation. Their open-ended strike has trapped 45 vessels at Argentina's grain ports, with 30 more at risk. The coastguard ordered pilots back to work, threatening sanctions, or penalties. The pilots' union says the decree could cost jobs.