27 Feb 2024 | 08:36 AM UTC
Australia: Civil group plans to hold a protest march from Parliament House in Canberra from 10:00 Feb. 29
Civil organization calls for a protest march from Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, 10:00 Feb. 29. Increased security likely.
Activists from Anakbayan Melbourne, a Philippine youth group, have called for a protest march in Canberra Feb. 29. Participants intend to denounce Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ahead of his planned visit to Melbourne for the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit in March. Protesters will gather at Parliament House from 10:00 before marching to the US and Philippine embassies. Up to a few hundred people could attend the protest.
Authorities will likely deploy additional security in and around Parliament Houe. Localized transport disruptions are possible, especially if activists occupy nearby streets. The gathering will likely pass peacefully but minor clashes between protesters and police officers cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the protest due to possible clashes. Plan for potential localized transport disruptions and allow additional time to reach nearby destinations. Heed all official security and transport advisories.
