“When we are united, no one can defeat us!”: Bolivian workers defeat gasolinazo and win new rights
Several weeks after it was introduced, the Paz government repealed the elimination of fuel subsidies in response to the organized struggle of workers, Indigenous people, teachers, and other social movements.
Bolivia’s new right-wing government eliminates fuel subsidies and thousands of workers fight back
Massive protests have forced the government to seek dialogue with unions and small and medium-sized mining companies. Protesters are demanding the complete repeal of the decree eliminating hydrocarbon subsidies.
Egyptian government implements third fuel price hike at the behest of the IMF
The fuel price hike announced on October 18 in Egypt is a part of its government’s commitment to the IMF to eliminate fuel subsidies in phases by December 2025.
Ecuadorians call for an end to Noboa’s austerity measures
Trade unions and social organizations will take to the streets nationwide to demand that the government reinstate the fuel subsidy.
Zambia’s debt crisis a warning for what looms ahead for Global South
Zambia is heading toward critical negotiations to restructure its mounting debts. The IMF has approved a $1.3 billion bailout plan for the country, which will impose cruel austerity measures on the Zambian people
- Brazil approves end to 6×1 work schedule and reduction of the work week to 40 hours
- Israel kills 31 people in Lebanon on the eve of Eid al-Adha
- Israel carries out sixth consecutive Eid massacre in Gaza
- Far-right Janez Janša to return for fourth government term in Slovenia
- With peace deal nearly final, US launches fresh attacks on Iran
