The Ministry of Internal Commerce in Argentina has extended its Maximum Prices program until June 8, to ensure basic goods remain unaffected by price increases. This program will maintain the maximum prices of essential food and hygiene items, while removing 36 categories that are no longer considered necessary for the basic basket. The extension aims to safeguard the rights of the population to access basic goods and to encourage companies to increase production to meet demand. The program initially started in 2020 in response to a significant price hike in food, hygiene products, and personal care items.