14 Nov 2022 | 09:40 PM UTC
Colombia: Pro-government marches planned in several cities Nov. 15
Activists to hold marches in several cities throughout Colombia Nov. 15 to commemorate the first 100 days of the Petro administration.
Event
Pro-government activists, including members of the political coalition Historic Pact (Pacto Historico) and the Workers Central Union (Central Unitaria de Trabajadores, CUT), plan to hold marches in several cities throughout Colombia Nov. 15 in support of the actions taken by President Gustavo Petro's administration during its first 100 days in office. The main demonstration is scheduled to occur in Bogota, starting at 09:00, with activists marching from Parque Nacional to the Plaza de Bolivar.
Related demonstrations are also confirmed for the following locations:
Barranquilla: March from Parque Esthercita Forero to Paseo Bolivar, beginning at 09:00.
Cali: Rally at Puente de la Luna
Cartagena: March from the Maria Auxiliadora neighborhood to the Bocagrande roundabout entrance, starting at 15:00
Medellin: March from Parque de las Luces to Parque de Los Deseos (also known as Parque de la Resistencia), starting at 08:00
Marches are likely in other cities, especially department capitals, government offices, and central squares. Thousands are likely to participate in most demonstrations, which will likely cause transport and business disruptions. Heightened security near the protests is possible.
Advice
Avoid all protests as a precaution. Seek alternative routes and allow additional time to reach your destination if operating near demonstration areas Nov. 15. Heed instructions from authorities.
