Taiwan: LGBTQ+ parade scheduled in Taipei on October 31

Event

An LGBTQ+ parade is scheduled to take place in Taipei on Saturday, October 31. Participants of the parade are scheduled to gather at approximately 14:00 (local time) at Taipei City Hall and will march along two routes before rejoining at Taipei City Hall. Some participants will march through the Xinyi district and others through the Da'an district. Additionally, organizers plan to hold a 'rainbow market' at Taipei City Hall Plaza from 11:30 to 19:00.

The event is expected to be well attended. A heightened security presence and localized transport disruptions should be anticipated in the vicinity of the event.

Advice

Individuals in Taipei are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate transportation disruptions, and avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution