Members of Panama’s Suntracs construction workers’ union staged violent riots in opposition to a bill reforming the Panamanian Social Security Fund, resulting in injuries to police officers and numerous arrests. The government condemned the violence and promised to take legal action against the rioters.
Key Points
Union workers staged riots against a proposed social security bill.
Violent clashes led to injuries to police officers and arrests of over 500 individuals.
Government officials condemned the violence and promised legal action against the rioters.
Pros
Opposition to a bill reforming the Panamanian Social Security Fund.
Cons
Violent clashes causing injuries to police officers and damage to property.
Arrests of over 500 individuals, with some facing charges of attempted murder.
Accusations of using the unfinished children’s hospital as a base for the riots.