18 Dec 2024 | 03:18 AM UTC
Philippines: Activists demonstrating outside Correctional Institution for Women in Mandaluyong City, Manila, as of the morning of Dec. 18
Protest outside Correctional Institution for Women in Manila, Philippines, the morning of Dec. 18. Increased security, disruptions likely.
Dozens of activists are demonstrating outside the Correctional Institution for Women in Mandaluyong City, Manila, as of the morning of Dec. 18. The protestors are demanding the release of a repatriated Filipino national who had served nearly 15 years in an Indonesian prison on drug trafficking charges.
Increased security will probably remain in the vicinity in the coming hours. Localized transport disruptions are likely. Scuffles cannot be ruled out, especially if police attempt to disperse unruly protesters.
Avoid the protest as a precaution and to minimize travel delays. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
