Bolivia: Local organizations launch highway blockades across Beni Department Aug. 11

Event

A variety of local interest groups led by the Association of Autonomous Municipal Governments of Beni (La Asociacion de Gobiernos Autonomos Municipales de Beni, Amdebeni) will reportedly launch a 24-hour protest in Beni Department Aug. 11. The action aims to press the Bolivian government to connect Beni's roads to a new Bolivian Bioceanic highway project. Organizers claim they would set up roadblocks on highways across the department, though they have yet to announce specific locations. Protesters have threatened to maintain roadblocks until officials meet their demands.

Transport and logistics disruptions are likely across the department through at least Aug. 11, particularly along National Routes 3, 8, and 9. Business disruptions are possible. Authorities will probably deploy additional personnel to affected sites. Clashes could occur if police try to disperse protesters or dismantle any roadblocks.

Advice

Avoid protests due to possible clashes. Do not attempt to bypass blockades; wait for police to dismantle them. Plan for transport and logistics disruptions. Comply with all directives given by authorities. Confirm appointments.