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El Salvador Lawmakers Debate Cutting Standard Workweek From 44 to 39 Hours

Salvadoran legislators are considering a proposal to reduce the standard workweek to 39 hours from 44, prompting debate among business leaders over productivity, competitiveness and operating costs.
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