Summary
Thousands of people in Chile protested against President José Antonio Kast's decision to withdraw 43 environmental decrees. These decrees, originally signed by the previous administration, aimed to protect wildlife, create national parks, and regulate pollution. The protests occurred on World Water Day and involved participants from several cities.
Key Facts
- Thousands marched in Chile on World Water Day to protest environmental policy changes.
- President José Antonio Kast, an arch-conservative, recently took office.
- Kast's administration removed 43 environmental protection decrees.
- These decrees included protections for species and creation of parks.
- Critics say the policy changes benefit big business interests.
- The removed decrees were implemented by the previous, more left-leaning government.
- Chile's new administration acknowledges climate change but favors economic deregulation.
