Citizens are blocking several roads across the country, particularly in Tecpán and Chichicastenango, in response to the increase in fuel prices. Transporters are calling for reforms to the road safety law during a sit-in in front of Congress. Although negotiations are taking place with the police, the Chamber of Commerce warns of the impacts on food supply. The president has proposed new support for fuels, with no response from Parliament.
Strikes and blockades in Guatemala in response to rising fuel prices
This article was updated at 12:30.