08 Dec 2024 | 04:28 AM UTC
Taiwan: Activists to stage protest march from Freedom Square to Huashan 1914 Creative Park, Taipei, from 13:00 Dec. 8.
Activists to march from Freedom Square to Huashan 1914 Creative Park in Taipei, Taiwan, from 13:00 Dec. 8. Increased security likely.
The Kuma Civil Defense Education Association plans to stage a protest march in Taipei Dec. 8. The rally marks the conclusion of a nine-day relay march from Kaohsiung to Taipei; the purpose of the action is to promote civil defense awareness and national unity. The activists plan to gather at Freedom Square from 13:00 before marching to Huashan 1914 Creative Park from 13:30, where they will hold a rally from 15:00. The specific march route is unavailable. Hundreds of people could attend the rally.
Police will likely deploy additional personnel to monitor the demonstration. The presence of a large number of people could prompt localized transport disruptions along the march route. The protest will likely pass off peacefully, although isolated scuffles between police and activists are possible.
Avoid the protest as a precaution and to minimize travel delays. Allow additional travel time near the affected areas. If clashes occur, leave the area immediately. Heed instructions from authorities.
