27 Nov 2022 | 10:40 PM UTC
UK: Protest reported outside China's Embassy in London late Nov. 27
Protest reported outside China's Embassy in London, UK, as of late Nov. 27; transport disruptions possible. Avoid all protest activity.
Event
Hundreds of protesters have reportedly gathered outside China's Embassy in London as of late Nov. 27 to denounce Beijing's COVID-19-related restrictions.
While the gathering will probably pass peacefully, heightened security is likely outside the diplomatic facility over the coming hours. Transport disruptions are possible in the vicinity of the demonstration.
Context
The Nov. 27 demonstration in London notably comes amid related protests in China. Demonstrations have been held in Beijing, Shanghai, Wuhan, Nanjing, Lanzhou, Guangzhou, and Xi'an, among other cities, in recent days to denounce the government's COVID-19-related policies.
Advice
Avoid all protest activity as a precaution. Plan for localized transport disruptions and seek alternative routes to circumvent the gathering site. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.
