NewsWhore
07-03-2008, 03:30 PM
The government and the transport sectors have reached a deal which could put an end to the rift between both sides. According to a report in El Caribe, the consensus towards a potential agreement was at 97% of 13 points demanded by the transporters. The agreements would require the final approval of the President. Though no details of the agreement have been revealed, Hoy reports that the government has agreed to absorb the increase in fuel prices. Union leaders Juan Hubieres, Ramon Perez Figuereo and Ricardo de los Santos were present at the negotiations. Also present at the meeting was Diandino Pena, director of the Transport Reorganization Office (OPRET) and Melanio Paredes, the Minister of Industry and Commerce.
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