Argentina: Taxi driver protest reported in Buenos Aires April 11

Event

Taxi drivers are reportedly staging a demonstration in Buenos Aires on Thursday, April 11, to denounce app-based ride-sharing services. According to local sources, demonstrators reportedly gathered at Plaza de Mayo beginning at 11:00 (local time) to call for greater regulations restricting market access to ride-sharing companies. 

A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are likely near the demonstration over the coming hours.

Advice

Individuals in Buenos Aires are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.