28 Nov 2018 | 08:57 PM UTC
Paraguay: Farmer demonstrations in Asunción November 28
Farmers demonstrate in Asunción on November 28; further protests possible in the coming days
Event
Groups representing campesinos (peasant farmers) staged a demonstration in Asunción on the morning (local time) of Wednesday, November 28. According to local sources, the demonstration was held on the intersection of Avenida Kubitschek and Avenida 25 de Mayo. Further related demonstrations are possible in the coming days. A heightened security presence and associated transportation disruptions are to be anticipated in the vicinity of any gathering.
Advice
Individuals in Asunción are advised to avoid all demonstrations as a precaution and anticipate a heighted security presence and transportation disruptions.