Protesters in Quito demonstrated against a deal between the government and the IMF, in which the Ecuador would earn a $6.5 billion credit, and to make sure it would be payed back, the sales tax would be increased from 12 to 15%. This sparked rioting in the capital, with police unable to suppress the tens of thousands who took to the streets.
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Dozens of anarchists gathered in Hannover for a spontaneous protest against police violence and repression on 13.12, the famous numeric version of ACAB. Police failed to arrive due to the demo being spontaneous, and many barricades were put up before protesters dispersed with no arrests occurring.
Chilean protesters gathered in the dozens at the city of Puerto Natales and burned barricades on several roads, shutting down activity in the region. Clashes with Carabineros did not occur, as most were caught up in Antofagasta and Santiago dealing with strikes and demonstrations.