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12 Aug 2021 | 06:22 AM UTC

Morocco: Business owners plan to protest outside Parliament in Rabat Aug. 12

Business owners plan to protest outside Parliament in Rabat, Morocco, from 11:45 Aug. 12. Increased security likely.

Informational

Event

Owners of gymnasiums and sports clubs plan to protest outside Parliament in Rabat from 11:45 Aug. 12 to demand that authorities ease COVID-19 restrictions and allow these facilities to reopen. Dozens of individuals could attend the demonstration.

Authorities will likely deploy increased security to monitor the event. Localized transport disruptions are possible near Parliament through the afternoon of Aug. 12. Clashes are possible if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse

Advice

Avoid the protest due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time if traveling through the affected area Aug. 12.