24 Nov 2023 | 10:22 AM UTC
Taiwan: Heavy vehicle operators plan to stage protest at Ministry of Transport in Taipei, 13:00 Nov. 26
Heavy vehicle protest planned at Ministry of Transport in Taipei, Taiwan, 13:00 Nov. 26. Tight security, transport disruptions likely.
Unionized heavy vehicle operators plan to stage a protest outside the Ministry of Transport in Taipei, 13:00 Nov. 26. The action is to demand several concessions from authorities, including opening national highways to large and heavy trucks. While organizers expect at least 2,000 heavy vehicles and tens of thousands of protesters to join the protest, actual attendance is likely to be lower.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely around the protest site. Police may impose traffic restrictions including security cordons, diversions, and road closures near key government buildings. The event is likely to pass peacefully, although isolated scuffles cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the protest to minimize travel delays. Do not navigate roadblocks as a safety precaution. In the event of violence, leave the area immediately for a secure, non-government building. Allow additional time for travel to nearby destinations; use alternative routes to circumvent rally sites. Monitor trusted local media for updates on road conditions. Heed all local security and traffic advisories.
