426.24 // Rannon: Taxation could lead to food riots in poorer regions
Inflated food prices in the aftermath of the war could trigger riots from those going hungry in poorer regions of Rannon, the leader of the Agricultural Union of Rannon has said.
In an interview with Immara Capital News, the Union Leader for the AUR expressed concern about the knock-on effects of the recent taxation increase on agricultural produce, stressing the dependence on these kinds of foods in order to prosper.
“I think we should be very concerned. The impact on food prices and hunger in the next two to three cycles could be substantial. Food and shipping are two of the biggest industries responsible for Rannon’s economic welfare. If everyday people cannot afford to eat or have their goods shipped then we could see its people fall into recession.”, Giza Sied said.
The union leader was strongly critical of the way the Cooperative Government of Rannon has handled the run-up to the situation, calling it “short-sighted” and “down right dangerous”.
The Union of Agriculture is in talks with the Jedi Order to assist farm owners in their time of need with most farmers we had interviewed feeling hopeful about their intervention. In the aftermath of the war, the general populace has seen no reduction in taxation, a concern for many. We reached out to the Cooperative Government of Rannon but they declined to comment.
– Jana Vondar, I.C.N Network