20 Oct 2021 | 07:19 AM UTC
French Polynesia: Activists plan to march in Papeete Oct. 23
Activists plan to march in Papeete, French Polynesia, the afternoon of Oct. 23. Heightened security, transport disruptions likely.
Event
Civic groups and activists plan to march in Papeete Oct. 23 to denounce COVID-19 vaccine mandates and commemorate a clash between security forces and protesters in 1987. The exact start time of the action is unclear; activists plan to march from the east and west sides of the city and culminate at Avenue Pouvanaa'a at Oopa in the afternoon. Hundreds of individuals could attend the protest.
Authorities will likely increase security to monitor the demonstration. Large numbers of protesters will probably cause localized transport disruptions Oct. 23. Clashes are possible if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.
Advice
Avoid the protests due to possible clashes. Plan for transport disruptions; seek alternative routes to circumvent the demonstration sites and march routes. Adhere to authorities' instructions.
