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08 Nov 2020 | 02:10 AM UTC

Argentina: Nationwide anti-government protests scheduled for November 8

Nationwide anti-government protests scheduled for November 8; disruption likely

Warning

Event

Nationwide demonstrations are scheduled to take place throughout urban centers of Argentina on Sunday, November 8. The anti-government demonstrations are being called for to oppose the current Fernandez administration. All demonstrations are scheduled to take place at approximately 17:00 (local time) and protests have been confirmed in Buenos Aires, Chaco, Cordoba, and Corrientes.

The event in the capital city is expected to be the largest. As of yet, details regarding locations and start times in other cities have not been announced. Demonstrators are likely to gather near government buildings, major public plazas, or parks, especially in downtown areas.

A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are likely in the vicinity of the demonstration sites.

Advice

Those in Argentina are advised to monitor developments, avoid all protest and demonstration locations as a precaution and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.