Chile: Demonstration expected in Santiago May 13

Event

A demonstration organized by the No Más AFP movement is expected to take place in Santiago on Monday, May 13, to denounce private pension funds. Participants are expected to gather at 16:00 (local time) in front of the former National Congress building. A heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions are to be expected near the demonstration site; clashes between protesters and security forces cannot be ruled out.

Context

The No Más AFP movement was organized to protest Chile's privatized pension system, known as Administradoras de Fondos de Pensiones (AFP). The movement has called for the nationalization of the pension system.

Advice

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