Publication

16 Apr 2010

Using the example of Peru, this brief argues that there is a growing trend across Latin America where indigenous groups are challenging governments' economic development programs by raising their voices against extractive industries. Over the last decade, many social conflicts are connected to proliferation of the new oil and gas developments.

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Author Patricia Vasquez
Series USIP Peace Briefs
Issue 19
Publisher United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
Copyright © 2010 United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
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