Kazakhstan: Rally scheduled in Almaty for October 31

Event

A demonstration is scheduled to take place in Almaty on Saturday, October 31. The rally has been organized by human rights activists and is being held to call for political reforms in the country. Participants of the demonstration are scheduled to gather from 12:00-15:00 (local time) at Shoqan Ualikhanov square.

A heightened security presence and localized transport disruptions are likely in the vicinity of the protest.

Advice

Individuals in Almaty are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate transportation disruptions, and avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution