Chile: Activists to stage protest in front of former National Congress building in Santiago from 15:00 Oct. 3

Event

Activists affiliated with multiple unions, including the Central Union of Workers (Central Unitaria de Trabajadores, CUT) and the National Association of Fiscal Employees (Agrupacion Nacional de Empleados Fiscales, ANEF), are planning to stage a protest in front of the former National Congress building (Ex Congreso Nacional) in Santiago from 15:00 Oct. 3. The purpose of the demonstration is to denounce proposed constitutional amendments that protest organizers claim would erode workers' rights if approved. Thousands of people will likely participate in the protest.

Heightened security measures and transport disruptions will likely impact the vicinity of the former National Congress building during the demonstration. Clashes between protesters and police cannot be ruled out.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution. Allow additional travel time if operating in Santiago Oct. 3; consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the demonstration and any related disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.