Students to Launch Daily Protests in Bogota until Saturday, 20 October
Category: Unrest
Severity: 2 (Low)
Source: Drum Cussac
10/18/2018 (Colombia) - Local news sources report on Wednesday, 17 October that student demonstrators plan to protest daily on Plaza de Bolivar in Bogota through Saturday, 20 October, to demand more funding for public education. The rallies follow nationwide protests in recent weeks, aimed at influencing the government to increase funding for education. Similar rallies have led to clashes between security forces and protesters. Heightened security and localised traffic disruptions are expected in the vicinity of any demonstrations.
Members are advised to avoid the vicinity of the protests, due to the potential for incidental violence and aggressive police response. Monitor local media for travel-related updates and plan any journey in advance to minimise the risk of travel disruption.
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