Thailand: Fishermen to protest outside Government House in Bangkok at 10:00 March 27

Thai fishing unions, including the Maeklong Fisheries Cooperative Co., Ltd., Marine Tow Boat Fishing, and the Samut Songkhram Fisheries Association, will protest outside the Government House in Bangkok from 10:00 March 27. The purpose of the action is to seek support from the government over alleged illegal fishing products hitting the Thai market. Participation is likely to be in the hundreds.

Authorities will likely bolster security around the protest site. Localized transport disruptions are probable, especially if activists occupy nearby roads. Clashes between demonstrators and security personnel may occur, particularly if participants attempt to bypass security barriers or defy orders to disperse. Mass arrests can occur if protesters become overly disruptive or security forces determine that demonstrators violate any public gathering permit requirements.