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May 3, 2021

Colombia Withdraws Tax Reform Plans After Days of Deadly Protests
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In Colombia, President Iván Duque withdrew planned tax reforms after
days of mass demonstrations protesting the move. Rights groups say as
many as 20 people were killed during the protests. Duque's plan would
have increased taxes on many citizens and business owners and imposed
taxes on utilities and some foods.


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