Roadblocks were reported in at least 20 Brazilian states—starting Sunday, after Lula was announced as president-elect. Police bodies must now ensure free traffic.
The Brazilian government is expected to announce new measures directed at the freight sector Tuesday (Apr. 16). The topic was discussed during a meeting held at the Planalto presidential palace Monday afternoon (15), the president’s advisers told the press.
Brazil’s Prosecutor-General Raque Dodge said Tuesday (May 29) that the work stoppages staged by truck drivers do not lead to a fuel crisis only, but have started to “make an impact on fundamental rights in the country.”
The head of the Brazilian Association of Truck Drivers, José da Fonseca Lopes, said 70%–80% of the truckers protesting throughout the country have “dismantled their camp” where roads had been obstructed. The stoppages are expected to end completely by Tuesday (May 29).
In the second meeting with representatives from eleven truck driver trade unions, the government attempted to come to an agreement, but not all of those in attendance accepted the deal.
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