Chile: Teachers demonstration in Santiago amid ongoing strike June 25 /update 2

Event

Members of various unions are organizing a demonstration on Tuesday, June 25, in Santiago at Plaza Baquedano, also known as Plaza Italia, at 10:00 (local time). The demonstration comes amid an ongoing teachers' strike, which began on Monday, June 3, and seeks to demand improved working conditions and retirement benefits, among other key issues to public education.

Associated transportation disruptions and a heightened security presence are expected in the vicinity of the protest.

Advice

Individuals in Santiago are advised to monitor the situation, avoid all public demonstrations as a precaution, anticipate localized disruptions, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities.