Georgia: President Salome Zourabichvili calls for pro-EU rally in Tbilisi June 16

Event

Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili has called on political parties, civil society groups, and citizens to join a pro-EU rally in downtown Tbilisi on June 16. Participants will gather in Europe Square from 19:00. Although attendance levels are unclear, precedent suggests the president's call for a pro-EU rally will be well supported.

While the action will likely remain peaceful, police will almost certainly deploy to monitor the gathering as a precaution. Associated security measures and large crowds will likely prompt localized travel disruptions. Violence is not anticipated.

Advice

Avoid all demonstrations as a precaution. Allow additional time to reach destinations near Europe Square, Tbilisi; consider taking alternative routes to circumvent any related disruptions.