The nationwide action began Tuesday as convoys led by the No+TAG movement and the Fuerza del Norte union brought traffic on major routes to a standstill. Negotiations between transport leaders and government officials collapsed quickly, prompting organizers to extend the strike. While Economy Minister Daniel Mas called for dialogue, he warned that authorities would clear the roads to protect exports. Independent drivers and mid-sized bus companies report operating at a financial deficit for over a month.
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Transport leaders extended the strike after initial negotiations with government official…: Transport leaders extended the strike after initial negotiations with government officials collapsed on Tuesday without a resolution.
Mid-sized bus companies and independent operators report working at an unsustainable fina…: Mid-sized bus companies and independent operators report working at an unsustainable financial loss for more than a month.
The transport disruptions intensify months of public backlash against the administration…: The transport disruptions intensify months of public backlash against the administration of President José Antonio Kast over fuel expenses.
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Hundreds of transport workers in Chile have blocked roads and highways across the country in protest over high fuel prices.
Drivers of busses and lorries began protesting on Tuesday, gathering in convoys to halt traffic along major routes.
They are demanding a relief from surging diesel prices, which have been driven up by the war in Iran.
Talks between government officials and protest leaders have so far failed to reach a resolution, with another meeting expected to take place on Wednesday.
The protest is being organised by the Fuerza del Norte trade union, which represents around 80% of Chile's lorry drivers, and the No+TAG civic protest movement.
"There is no point of agreement with the government that could offer any perspective to find solutions for everyone," Andrés Alarcón, a spokesman for No+TAG, said after talks broke down on Tuesday, adding "the strike continues".
Economy Minister Daniel Mas called for further dialogue, but warned "at some point, we will have to clear the highways".
He stressed the protests were impacting economic activity and exports, saying "we need to get…
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