Fishermen’s unions protest against Sociedad Punta Lobos in Iquique
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- Four unions of divers, fishermen and gatherers protested near Sociedad Punta Lobos in Iquique over alleged restrictions on fishing areas near Chanavaya Cove.
- The protesters said four years of talks had produced no agreement and accused the company of refusing to listen and acting inflexibly.
- Demonstrations took place outside the company on Route A-1 and by boat at Patillos port, prompting Navy personnel to intervene with a Defender-type boat.
Four unions of divers, fishermen and gatherers protested Monday against Sociedad Punta Lobos near Iquique, saying the company has restricted the areas where they can fish near Chanavaya Cove.
The protesters said the restrictions directly affect their trade. They also said four years of talks with the company had failed to produce an agreement, and accused Sociedad Punta Lobos of refusing to hear their concerns and showing intransigence.
The demonstration took place outside the company’s premises on Route A-1. Fishermen also approached the issue by sea, traveling in boats to Patillos port.
The maritime protest led Navy personnel to intervene with a Defender-type boat.
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