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Angola Rules Out More Fuel Price Increases After Deadly Strikes

Angola Rules Out More Fuel Price Increases After Deadly Strikes

Angola Unlikely to Raise Fuel Prices Following Deadly Protests The Angolan government has ruled out further fuel price increases after the recent deadly protests triggered by earlier subsidy cuts. The protests, which resulted in several fatalities, were sparked by the government's decision to reduce fuel subsidies earlier this year, leading to a significant hike in fuel prices. In response to the unrest, the government has now indicated that it will not implement additional fuel price increases while it evaluates the impact of the previous subsidy cuts. The decision comes as the government aims to balance the economic challenges faced by the country with the need to maintain social stability and address the concerns of its citizens. The situation highlights the delicate balance between policy decisions and their potential consequences on the population, particularly in the context of rising living costs and economic pressures.

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