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Opponents warn that the proposed legislation is "a naked land grab by the oil and gas industry" that critically imperils Peru's uncontacted tribes.
Dozens have died across the country as supporters of Peru's ousted former president demand new elections, a new congress and a new constitution.
The unrest began in early December following the arrest of ousted former President Pedro Castillo.
Latin America's 2022 was a year of electoral surprise, political instability, economic uncertainty and democratic-erosion.