Mexico: Unionized teachers marching in downtown Mexico City Oct. 25

Event

More than 3,500 unionized teachers are staging a protest march in downtown Mexico City Oct. 25. Participants assembled at the Zocalo before marching to the Chamber of Deputies. The march has caused significant transport disruptions along the marching route.

Although the action should remain largely peaceful, authorities will almost certainly deploy an increased police presence nearby as a precaution. Clashes between protesters and security forces cannot be ruled out, especially if security forces attempt to disperse crowds forcibly. Localized transport and business disruptions are likely.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution. Seek alternate routes to circumvent related transport disruptions. Do not attempt to cross protester-erected roadblocks; wait for the police to dismantle them before proceeding. Allow additional time to reach destinations near potential protest locations. Heed the instructions of security personnel.