Chilean Protests
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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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‘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 government tries to curb protests with more economic concessionsPresident Sebastian Pinera announced a freeze on a 9.2% rise in electricity prices until the end of next year, a day after large demonstrations in Santiago.WorldOct 24, 2019
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7 dead in riots, Chilean state of emergency extended nationwideSantiago and other Chilean cities have been engulfed by several days of riots as protests over an increase in public transport costs prompted President Sebastian Pinera to reverse the move and declare a state of emergency.WorldOct 20, 2019
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