Majority of truckers decided to call an end to their lengthy strike and go back to work after being warned by the government to "return to work or face the possibility of jail or a fine".
The demonstrators accused President Yoon Suk Yeol’s conservative government of labor oppression and ignoring what they described as the truckers’ harsh work conditions and financial struggles.
The 22,000-strong truckers' union is protesting against soaring fuel prices and demanding minimum pay guarantees.
Canadian lawmakers say demonstration of truckers over Covid curbs at key points on border with US threatens economy and supply chains between both American neighbours.
Truckers angry over fuel price hikes are striking for a fifth straight day in Brazil despite a deal reached with unions to suspend the stoppage.
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