05 Oct 2020 | 05:21 PM UTC
Dominican Republic: Political party to protest in San Domingo on October 5
Political party to stage protest in San Domingo on October 5; disruption likely
Event
The Generacion de Servidores political party has scheduled a demonstration to take place in San Domingo on Monday, October 5. Participants of the demonstration are set to gather at approximately 17:00 (local time) at the Plaza de la Bandera. The protest is being held against new tax laws proposed in the 2021 General State Budget bill.
Heightened security presence and localized travel disruptions should be anticipated in the vicinity of the event.
Advice
Those in San Domingo are advised to monitor developments, avoid protests and demonstrations as a precaution, anticipate localized business and transportation disruptions, and obey all instructions issued by local authorities.