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This is an archive article published on September 19, 2011

Protests in china against harmful waste from factory

Hundreds of villagers in Chinas eastern Zhejiang Province protested against the harmful wastes from a solar panel manufacturer.

Hundreds of villagers in Chinas eastern Zhejiang Province protested against the harmful wastes from a solar panel manufacturer on Sunday.

Over 500 people from Hongxiao Village gathered outside Zhejiang Jinko Solar factory in Haining city on Friday,demanding explanation regarding the death of a large swath of fish in a nearby river last month.

Angry protesters stormed the factory compound,overturned eight company vehicles,and destroyed the offices before police came to disperse the crowd,officials said.

The protest continued on the two following nights with reports of scuffle,the officials said.

It is the latest protest in China driven by environmental concerns and highlights citizens increasing boldness in demanding action from the authoritarian government. The factorys waste disposal has been failing pollution tests since April.

 

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