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Summary Clashes erupted in Chile during renewed student protests against education reforms.
Chilean students clashed with police in the streets of Santiago as water cannon and tear gas were deployed to push back demonstrators.The clashes erupted near the University of Santiago, forcing the suspension of public transport in the area.Since March last year, students have staged more than 6,000 protests in their push for education reforms.Students say the education system is profit-driven and provides poor instruction.Talks with the government have so far failed to bridge the divide.
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