28 Aug 2018 | 02:27 PM UTC
Mexico: Protests in La Paz and San José del Cabo August 29
Protests against mining project August 29 in La Paz and San José del Cabo (Baja California Sur state); localized transportation disruptions to be expected surrounding demonstration sites
Event
Demonstrations against a proposed mining project are set to take place on Wednesday, August 29, in La Paz and San José del Cabo (both in Baja California Sur state). In La Paz, protesters are expected to rally at the Baja California Sur Government Palace beginning at 10:00 (local time). In San José del Cabo, demonstrators plan to gather in front of the National Tourism Fund (FONATUR) office - located on the arterial Transpeninsular Highway - beginning at 18:00. An increased security presence and localized transportation disruptions are to be expected surrounding all protests.
Context
Protesters are pushing back against the "Los Cardones" mining project, which would repurpose land from the Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve. Activists claim the project would have significant environmental consequences and open the door to similar projects in the future.
Advice
Individuals present in the abovementioned areas are advised to monitor developments to the situation and to avoid all demonstrations.
