- Protesters called for scrapping of Pinochet-era constitution
- Vote in April on whether to rewrite document and how
Related: Chile protesters: ‘We are subjugated by the rich. It’s time for that to end’
Lawmakers in Chile have agreed hold a referendum next April on replacing the Pinochet-era constitution, bowing to demands of protesters who want the country’s social and economic model overhauled.
Source: Chilean lawmakers agree to referendum on new constitution
Category: Chile, World news, Americas
