01 Feb 2023 | 01:30 PM UTC
Maldives: Progressive Party of Maldives to rally at its headquarters in Male Feb. 3
Opposition plans to rally at Progressive Party of Maldives headquarters in Male, Maldives, Feb. 3. Security-related disruptions are likely.
Event
The opposition Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) plans to rally in front of its headquarters in Male from 16:00 Feb. 3. The gathering has been scheduled to call for the release of its leader, former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayyoom. Hundreds to thousands of people could join the event.
Authorities will likely increase security in the vicinity of the PPM party headquarters. Increased security measures and large numbers of people could lead to localized disruptions. Minor skirmishes between police and participants cannot be ruled out; authorities may attempt to disperse the gathering if it is overly disruptive.
Advice
Avoid the vicinity of the rally as a routine security precaution. Plan for traffic disruptions near the PPM party headquarters. Leave the area immediately if violence occurs.
