Argentina: Activists protesting in near Ministry of Labor in central Buenos Aires late April 12

Activists are demonstrating in downtown Buenos Aires late April 12. Protesters have gathered near Argentina's Ministry of Labor and the nearby Congress Plaza to denounce President Javier Milei's economic reform policy. The protest action follows Milei's campaign to cut 15,000 state employment positions in order to reduce government spending. Police have deployed heavily to the area and have established increased security measures such as roadblocks and security cordons. Vehicular traffic disruptions have been reported.

Heightened security and associated transport disruptions are likely over the coming hours. Clashes with security forces remain possible, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive or ignore police orders to disperse.