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Chile's Valparaiso Faces Rising Tensions During Dec-23 as Artisanal Hake Fishermen Protest Insufficient Support

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Victor Valdes

Published Dec 7, 2023

Amidst a crisis for artisanal hake fishermen in the Valparaiso region of Chile, there are concerns about potential demonstrations against the government on Dec-23 due to insufficient support. The extreme scarcity of hake impacted fishermen's ability to meet financial commitments, risking the loss of their boats. Fishermen may escalate protests by blocking roads and disrupting the normal operations of the Valparaiso port, particularly during New Year's Eve celebrations, potentially leading to further increases in seafood prices.

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