Argentina: Union calls for demonstration in Buenos Aires August 22

Event

The Asociacion Trabajadores del Estado (ATE) has called on members to stage a demonstration in Buenos Aires on Thursday, August 22, to demand economic and social reforms, including an increase in the minimum wage. Participants are slated to gather at 10:00 (local time) outside the Plaza de la República and march towards the Ministry of Labor.

A heightened security presence, commercial disruptions, and associated transportation disruptions are to be expected in the vicinity of any demonstration.

Advice

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