05 Nov 2018 | 10:33 PM UTC
Chile: Nationwide anti-government demonstrations November 8
Unions call for anti-government demonstration in Santiago on November 8; anticipate transportation disruptions
Event
The CET union (Central Unitaria de Trabajadores) has called for nationwide demonstrations to take place on Thursday, November 8, to denounce government reforms. In the capital Santiago, demonstrators will gather at 11:00 (local time) at Plaza Italia before marching towards the Los Héroes metro station. A heightened security presence and associated transportation disruptions are to be anticipated near demonstration sites.
Advice
Individuals in Chile are advised to avoid all demonstrations as a precaution.
