Philippines: Student association calls for protest in Manila Oct. 8

Event

The League of Filipino Students has called for a protest at Quezon Hall on the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman campus in Manila 14:30 Oct. 8. Participants intend to denounce President Rodrigo Duterte and his government. Participation will likely be dozens to a few hundred people.

Security personnel will likely monitor the protest and may try to disperse the gathering if it is disruptive. Skirmishes between protesters and police are possible. Participants may march along nearby roadways, causing localized transport disruptions.

Advice

Avoid the area due to possible skirmishes. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately. Follow all security personnel instructions. Allow additional travel time in the area.