Russia riot police break up crisis protest

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Series Details 22.12.08
Publication Date 22/12/2008
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Riot police in Vladivostock in the far east of Russia broke up a protest on the 21 December 2008 against a government decision to increase car import duties to protect the ailing domestic auto industry.

The crackdown came as motorists staged similar demonstrations in 30 other Russian cities, fuelling fears of a surge in social unrest as the economic crisis deepens.

Related Links
BBC News, 21.12.08: Police break up Russian protests http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/7794560.stm
France24, 21.12.08: Protesters, journalists seized at Vladivostok anti-tax rally http://www.france24.com/en/20081221-protesters-journalists-seized-anti-tax-rally-valdivostok-used-cars

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