25 Jan 2018 | 08:52 PM UTC
Uruguay: Farmers' march planned in Montevideo January 26 /update 1
Farmers' march planned in Montevideo January 26; additional protests planned January 31 and February 1
Event
Farmers are planning to march in Montevideo on Friday, January 26, protesting perceived government mismanagement of the economy and price hikes. Friday's march is reportedly expected to culminate at the Torre Ejecutiva. Additional protests are expected in Montevideo and other Uruguayan cities on January 31 and February 1; an associated heightened security presence and traffic disruptions are expected in affected cities in the coming days.
Context
Thousands of people reportedly participated in related protests in Santa Bernardina, near Durazno (Durazno department) on January 23.
Advice
Individuals in Montevideo are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all demonstrations and protests due to potential violence, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
