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CHILE: Government steps up measures against roadblocks
The move follows two weeks of demonstrations as protesters blocked roads to express anger at repeated election delays. With cities suffering food, fuel and medical supply…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB254569
ISSN: 2633-304X
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Even in a country used to trucking strikes, the latest industrial action had a dramatic impact. As roadblocks profoundly disrupted supply chains across the economy, petrol…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB234144
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BRAZIL: Bolsonaro backs down, if only for now
BOLIVIA: Tensions will endure despite election date
BOLIVIA: Minister killing may backfire on miners
Protests against President Enrique Pena Nieto's education reforms have intensified since June 19, when at least eight people were killed and more than 100 were injured in clashes…
Fiscal reform protests.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB238712
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Brazilian infrastructure requires urgent investment. Fiscal constraints are strengthening the government’s inclination towards privatisation and concession plans. As part of the…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB243339
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The disturbances marked the 45th consecutive day of industrial action by the truckers' unions. Striking drivers have refused to transport cargo and have blockaded major transport…