22 Oct 2019 | 02:22 PM UTC
Azerbaijan: Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement to be held in Baku October 25-26
Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement to be held in Baku October 25-26; heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions expected
Event
Baku will host the 18th Summit of the Heads of State and Government of the Non-Aligned Movement between Friday, October 25, and Saturday, October 26. The summit will be held at the Baku Convention Center; road closures along the route from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to the city center are expected.
Heightened security measures, including checkpoints and increased security personnel, are to be expected during and following the summit. Associated disruptions, including road closures and increased traffic congestion, are also likely.
Advice
Individuals in or traveling to Baku are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate a heightened security presence and transportation disruptions near the summit venue, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities.
