A sudden sin-tax increase has sparked protests in Nuuk
Demonstrators say decision reveals government out of touch with public.
December 2, 2019
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Protesters in Nuuk and Copenhagen have called for Greenland’s government, Naalakkersuisut, to step down over sudden increases in excises taxes on a wide range of items — a call that Naalakkersuisut members have refused. The new taxes are intended to stave off a budget shortfall next year.
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