22 Mar 2023 | 02:56 PM UTC
Uruguay: Activists to march in Montevideo to commemorate Water Day March 22
Unionized activists plan to hold a march in Montevideo, Uruguay, from 17:00 March 22. Disruptions, increased security likely. Avoid protest.
Event
Members of several organizations, including the Plenario Intersindical de Trabajadores-Convencion Nacional de Trabajadores (PIT-CNT) union, plan to hold a march in Montevideo March 22. Activists intend to gather at Plaza Libertad starting at 17:00, and from there march along Avenida 18 de Julio to Explanada of the Universidad de la Republica, where a rally will be held. The action is to oppose the government's water policies, as part of the commemorations of World Water Day.
Participation is unclear. The protest is likely to cause transport disruptions along the march route. Heightened security is also likely. Widespread violence is not likely.
Advice
Avoid all protests as a precaution. Allow additional time to reach destinations if operating in Montevideo the afternoon or evening of March 22. Heed instructions from authorities.
