Chilean government freezes fuel prices in response to truckers' strike

The Chilean government has decided to freeze fuel prices for three months in response to a strike by truck drivers blocking major roads. Interior Minister Claudio Alvarado announced this measure, which aims to alleviate the impact of rising fuel costs on the transport sector. The strike, initiated by various small and medium-sized trucking organizations, has caused significant disruptions across the country. Alvarado indicated that a new law will be expedited in parliament to formalize this freeze. While two major trucking organizations have distanced themselves from the protest, they expressed solidarity with other groups. The fuel crisis began in March due to international price volatility, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, leading to increased inflation and affecting the president's popularity.