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Wikinews Shorts: March 27, 2008

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A compilation of brief news reports for Thursday, March 27, 2008.


Argentina farmers strike enters third week

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The farmers strike in Argentina has entered its third week. The strike is protesting against higher taxes on soybeans and various other exports. As a result, grain exports from Argentina, an agricultural powerhouse, is affecting importers in Europe and China. It has become a major crisis for President Cristina Fernández.

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