Peru: Political protest planned in Lima May 28

Event

The "No A Keiko" activist group is calling for a demonstration in Lima on Tuesday, May 28, to call for the dissolution of Congress and the implementation of political reforms. The demonstration is planned for 18:00 (local time) on Tuesday at Plaza San Martín and will culminate with a protest march to the National Parliament building. A similar protest is planned for Iquitos (Loreto region) at the Plaza 28 de Julio; associated demonstrations are possible in other cities. Heightened security presence is and associated disruptions to businesses and transportation are likely. 

Advice

Individuals in Lima, and Peru more generally, are advised to monitor the situation, avoid all public demonstrations as a precaution, anticipate localized disruptions and a heightened security presence, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities.