Peru: One dead as protestors, police clash

Clashes between protesting farmers and anti-riot police turned violent yesterday in Peru as an activist was killed. Jorge Altamirano Roman died while marching along with about 200 people upset with the lack of government assistance to rural farmers.

In the meantime, a national’s teachers strike has entered its second week with teachers angry over educational reforms proposed by President Alan Garcia. Supporting the educators are approximately 1000 peasants and natives who are blocking roads in the highland areas of Peru.

Minister Jorge Del Castillo warned that the government will not negotiate unless the strikes are lifted.

Sources (English)- Living in Peru, Voice of America, BBC News, CNews,

Sources (Spanish)- La Republica

Image- Living in Peru