Philippines: Student activists plan to protest at Quezon Hall of UP Diliman in Metro Manila Jan. 19

Event

Student activists from the group League of Filipino Students plan to rally at Quezon Hall of University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman in Metro Manila from 1000 Jan. 19. The action is to oppose the presence of military and police officers at university campuses. Dozens to hundreds of people may participate in the protest.

Authorities will likely increase security at Quezon Hall and its surrounding area. Localized road closures and business disruptions may occur during the gathering, especially if protesters occupy nearby roads like Roxas and University avenues. While unlikely, clashes between activists and security forces are possible. Mass arrests may occur if security forces consider the action to violate coronavirus disease (COVID-19) restrictions.

Advice

Avoid Quezon Hall and its surrounding areas Jan. 19 as a precaution. Plan for possible localized transport and business disruptions. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area. Heed all official security and transport advisories.