08 Apr 2022 | 02:51 PM UTC
Brazil: Protests planned nationwide April 9
Activists plan protests nationwide in Brazil April 9. Heightened security, transport disruptions likely; clashes possible.
Event
Social activists and worker groups plan to protest in multiple cities nationwide April 9. The demonstration is against President Jair Bolsonaro and the government's handling of issues such as unemployment and living conditions. Protests are planned in more than 40 cities nationwide. Events that are likely to attract large numbers of people have been included below.
Brasilia: Gathering at Museu da Republica at 16:00
Fortaleza: Gathering at Praca Portugal at 15:00
Porto Alegre: Gathering at Largo Glenio Peres at 15:00
Recife: Gathering at Parque Treze de Maio at 09:00
Rio de Janeiro: Gathering at Candelaria at 10:00
Salvador: Gathering at Concentracao no Campo Grande at 14:00
Sao Paulo: Gathering at Praca da Republica from 14:00
Attendance will vary between protests; the largest events will likely draw several thousand people. Heightened security is likely at protests in major cities. Clashes are possible, especially if protesters refuse orders to disperse.
Advice
Avoid the protests as a precaution. Seek alternative routes in affected cities. Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; wait for police to dismantle them.
