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Talks on the 2027 minimum wage begin on 10 August

July 31, 2026, 01:20 PMUpdated: July 31, 2026, 01:20 PM

Union and employer representatives confirmed that talks in the Social and Economic Council begin on 10 August. The current net minimum wage is about 65,000 dinars (roughly €550); unions expect the government to offer about €600 for 2027.

What matters

When

Negotiations on the 2027 minimum wage begin on 10 August.

Who negotiates

The Social and Economic Council brings together the government, unions and employers.

Current minimum

The current net minimum wage is about 65,000 dinars, or roughly €550.

Breakdown by publication

How sources frame this story

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Timing and the parties' positions

Minimum-wage talks start on 10 August

Citing Danas, N1 says union and employer representatives confirmed the date. The council will discuss the 2027 minimum; if there is no agreement, the government will decide.

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Overall takeaway

The talks date is confirmed, but the expected €600 is a union estimate, not a government decision.

What this means for residents

What is confirmed

The start date is confirmed, but the 2027 minimum-wage level has not yet been agreed.

If there is no agreement

The government will make the final decision if the parties do not reach an agreement.