Argentina: Anti-IMF protest planned in Buenos Aires July 21

Event

Various civil society groups are calling for a protest march against the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Buenos Aires on Saturday, July 21. The demonstration will coincide with the arrival in the capital of the IMF director, Christine Lagarde. The organizers are asking participants to gather at the intersection of the Pueyrredon and Las Heras avenues starting at 11:00 (local time). As of Friday, July 20, it is unclear how many people are expected to take part in the march. Heightened security measures and traffic disruptions are anticipated throughout the city on July 21.

Context

The groups are protesting the USD 50 billion loan that Argentina received from the IMF, as well as economic policies of President Mauricio Macri's conservative government. Related general strikes were carried out on July 9 and June 25, causing significant transportation disruptions throughout Buenos Aires.

Advice

Individuals in Buenos Aires are advised to monitor the situation, avoid all political demonstrations as a precaution, and allow additional time to travel.