Chile Protests
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From Hong Kong to Chile — was 2019 the year of protests?It might strike some as a banner year, but there are critical parts of history in which protests and large social movements made waves. So what stood out in 2019?WorldDec 26, 2019
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Chile’s Pinera says security force abuses during protests will not go unpunishedProtests have rocked Santiago for a month in the biggest crisis to hit the South American nation since its return to democracy in 1990.WorldNov 17, 2019
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As protests continue, Chile’s finance minister warns of job losses, fuel cost hikesThe past month's protests started over a hike in public transport fares but have broadened to encompass grievances over low wages, the high cost of living and social inequality.Nov 14, 2019
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Chileans march on as government says protests are crimping economic growthThe demonstrations began last month after the government announced a hike in subway fares and transformed into a leaderless national movement with broader demands over education, health services and economic inequality.WorldNov 4, 2019
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Chile’s ongoing protests mean tourists are cancelling trips — right before peak seasonDecember to February -- the southern hemisphere summer -- is a key time for tourism in Chile, when many international visitors pass through Santiago on their way to treks in Patagonia, while domestic tourists head to the beaches.ConsumerNov 1, 2019
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Chile cancels Asia-Pacific summit amid nationwide protestsU.S. and Chinese negotiators were hoping to finalize a modest trade agreement in time for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Santiago.PoliticsOct 30, 2019
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‘This affects us, not the rich’: Chile’s protests continue as reforms fall shortThe continuing unrest in Chile follows a week of riots, arson and protests over inequality that have resulted in at least 18 dead and 7,000 arrested, prosecutors said.WorldOct 29, 2019
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Chile’s embattled president promises to shake up cabinet in attempt to settle mass protestsChile's unrest is the latest in a flare-up of protests in South America and around the world - from Beirut to Barcelona - each with local triggers but sharing in common anger at ruling elites and inequality.WorldOct 26, 2019
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Protests from Hong Kong to Chile highlight global frustrationsRecent weeks have seen mass protests and clashes erupt in far-flung places triggered by seemingly minor actions that each came to be seen as the final straw.WorldOct 26, 2019
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‘Chile has woken up’: Protesters reject president’s apology, continue riotingThe unrest was triggered last week by a relatively minor rise in subway fares. But it escalated with demonstrators seeking improvements in education, health care and wages in one of Latin America's wealthiest nations.WorldOct 23, 2019
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