26 Mar 2024 | 05:29 AM UTC
Thailand: Dozens of activists gathering at Pheu Thai Party Headquarters in Bangkok as of the afternoon of March 26 ahead of former PM's visit
Activists gathering at Pheu Thai Party Headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, as of the afternoon of March 26. Increased security likely.
Local reports indicate dozens of activists are gathering at the Pheu Thai Party Headquarters in Bangkok as of the afternoon of March 26 ahead of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's scheduled visit. The politician will arrive at around 13:00. Supporters are rallying to express solidarity with the politician. The Sugarcane Farmers' Confederation is also demonstrating to demand government action on air pollution and an increase in sugarcane prices. More activists will likely join the gathering; over a hundred demonstrators could participate in the rallies.
Police will probably maintain heightened security around the Pheu Thai Party Headquarters in the coming hours. Localized transport and business disruptions are possible, especially if the police enact road closures or activists occupy nearby roads. Isolated skirmishes are possible if police attempt to forcibly disperse the gathering.
Avoid the gatherings as a precaution. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Use alternative routes to circumvent rally sites; remain cooperative if stopped by officials for security checks. Do not navigate roadblocks as a safety precaution. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
