21 Sep 2024 | 12:51 AM UTC
Colombia: Farmers' protest planned in downtown Bogota from 09:00 Sept. 24 to demand tax reliefs
Unionized farmers to protest at the Ministry of Agriculture in Bogota, Colombia, from 09:00 Sept. 24. TIght security, disruptions likely.
Farmers affiliated with the umbrella organization Agricultural Dignity (Dignidad Agropecuaria) plan to hold a rally outside the Ministry of Agriculture in downtown Bogota from 09:00 Sept. 24. Activists have made several demands, including tax reliefs for the food sector. Hundreds of people are likely to participate in the demonstrations.
Heightened security measures and associated transport disruptions are probable in the affected area.
Avoid the protest as a precaution and to minimize travel delays. Heed instructions from authorities. Plan for delays and use alternative routes if operating near the affected area Sept. 24.
