Continued protests in Washington - 2002-04-22. The Washington police are preparing to confront more demonstrations scheduled for today in protest against U.S. foreign policy and the World Bank's development strategies. Groups opposing U.S. military aid to Colombia claim they will hold an unauthorized demonstration this morning and will create roadblocks by staging a sit-in. Other groups also plan to engage in new protests. These demonstrations coincide with a two-day gathering of global financial leaders in Washington for the World Bank and International Monetary Fund's spring meeting, which concluded yesterday. Protesters condemned the implementation of development projects in developing countries, which they argue are socially and environmentally destructive. The Washington police state that the protests over the past two days have generally been peaceful, with no arrests made.
Continued Protests in Washington - 2002-04-22
Protests against U.S. foreign policy and World Bank strategies are ongoing in Washington, with groups opposing military aid to Colombia planning unauthorized demonstrations. These protests coincide with a major financial leaders' meeting, highlighting concerns over the impact of development projects in developing countries.
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Protesters in Washington demonstrate against U.S. foreign policy and World Bank strategies.
- Protesters protest U.S. foreign policy, World Bank
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The protests signify growing unrest regarding U.S. foreign policy and its implications.
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