Economic Austerity Protests Escalate as President Faces Resignation Demands. Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets, calling for the immediate resignation of President Rodrigo Paz, who was elected on a promise to overhaul the country's economy. The demonstrations, which have been ongoing for days, are a direct response to the president's recent implementation of austerity measures aimed at reducing the national deficit. Critics argue that the policies have disproportionately affected the country's most vulnerable populations, leading to widespread discontent and demands for the president's ouster.


Protesters have demanded the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz, who was elected on a platform of economic reform.