Bangladesh: Awami League holding nationwide protests on May 22

Event

The Awami League (AL) is holding rallies nationwide on May 22 to protest against a threat to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina made by a Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) member. Participation is likely to vary depending on location but may reach the hundreds, particularly in major cities such as Dhaka.

Authorities will likely deploy additional security in and around potential rallies sites, including government buildings, prominent squares in city centers, and main thoroughfares. Localized transport disruptions are possible as demonstrators may march on or block roadways. Clashes cannot be ruled out between protesters and police or counterprotests occur in the vicinity.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a security precaution. Plan for additional travel time. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area.