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Brazilian Truck Drivers Plan Strike Over Diesel Price Hike

3/18/2026

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Brazilian truck drivers unions plan a strike after diesel prices rose 19% since February 28 amid Middle East conflicts.
The government cut federal diesel taxes and introduced subsidies to cushion consumers.
Transport Minister Renan Filho announced measures to enforce minimum freight rates to prevent a 2018 repeat.
The government aims to stabilize the logistics network while keeping fiscal costs projected to reach R$30 billion.

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Brazilian truck drivers unions plan a strike after diesel prices rose 19% since February 28 amid Middle East conflicts.
The government cut federal diesel taxes and introduced subsidies to cushion consumers.
Transport Minister Renan Filho announced measures to enforce minimum freight rates to prevent a 2018 repeat.
The government aims to stabilize the logistics network while keeping fiscal costs projected to reach R$30 billion.