21 Oct 2022 | 05:55 AM UTC
Australia: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to visit Perth, Western Australia, Oct. 21-22 for an official visit
Australia to host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Perth for an official visit Oct. 21-22. Localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Perth, Western Australia, Oct. 21-22 for an official visit. Authorities have not publicized many details of the two-day visit. Kishida will land in Perth Oct. 21. However, Albanese and Kishida will reportedly meet Oct. 22 at Kings Park before the two leaders visit additional locations in the city. Kishida will depart Perth the evening of Oct. 22.
Increased security is highly likely near Kings Park and other sites hosting official events. Tight security is also possible at Perth Airport (PER) as Kishida arrives and departs the country, though flight disruptions are unlikely. Police will probably temporarily block roads near event sites and routes between stops on the leaders’ itineraries. Localized transport disruptions are likely.
Advice
Follow all official instructions. Plan for localized transport disruptions near Kings Park in Perth Oct. 22; allow additional time to reach nearby destinations.
