28 Aug 2024 | 03:55 PM UTC
Argentina: Retirees to march in downtown Buenos Aires on Aug. 28
Retirees plan to march in downtown Buenos Aires, Argentina, 15:00 Aug. 28 in support of a bill to increase pensions. Disruptions likely.
Retirees affiliated with the Retired Workers Union (Union de Trabajadores Jubilados en Lucha, UJTL) plan to protest and march in downtown Buenos Aires, on Aug. 28 against a potential veto from President Javier Milei to a recently approved bill that increases pensions for retirees. Protesters will gather outside the National Congress Annex along Avenida Rivadavia at 15:00, and march to Plaza de Mayo, where a rally will be held at 17:00. Hundreds are likely to participate in the demonstration.
Transport disruptions and heightened security in the protest areas are likely.
Avoid the protests as a precaution. Plan for delays and alternative routes if operating in downtown Buenos Aires the afternoon and evening of Aug. 28.
