Protest

23
May 2023
11:38 UTC

Argentina Tactical: Rally in commemoration of 20th anniversary of former President Kirchner’s inauguration planned at Plaza de Mayo in Buenos Aires at 14:00 (local time) on May 25; allot for disruptions

Please be advised

  • La Campora, a left-wing political group, has called for a rally in Buenos Aires on May 25 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of former President Nestor Kirchner’s inauguration. 
  • Activists will gather at Plaza de Mayo, located in downtown Buenos Aires, at 14:00 (local time). 
  • Vice President Cristina Fernandez announced that she will participate in the event. 
  • This coincides with the national holiday commemorating the May Revolution of 1810.  

Assessments

  1. Based on La Campora’s mobilization capabilities observed during a demonstration held in Buenos Aires on March 24 commemorating the Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice, the slated gathering is likely to witness a turnout ranging from the high thousands to low tens of thousands.  
  2. The rally is expected to transpire largely peacefully and without instances of unrest. However, given VP Kirchner’s attendance and a high turnout anticipated, a bolstered security presence can be expected in the vicinity of Plaza de Mayo to monitor proceedings.     
  3. Disruptions to both pedestrian and vehicular traffic can be anticipated in the vicinity of Plaza de Mayo from the afternoon hours onwards. Diversions to vehicular traffic, including public buses, are also likely in the vicinity during the afternoon hours.

Recommendations

Those operating or residing in Buenos Aires on May 25 are advised to allot for disruptions to travel in the vicinity of Plaza de Mayo during the afternoon hours due to the planned protest. 

COUNTRY RISK LEVEL Low
AFFECTED AREA Buenos Aires, Argentina
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL Low
STRENGTH OF SOURCE Confirmed

Please be advised

  • La Campora, a left-wing political group, has called for a rally in Buenos Aires on May 25 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of former President Nestor Kirchner’s inauguration. 
  • Activists will gather at Plaza de Mayo, located in downtown Buenos Aires, at 14:00 (local time). 
  • Vice President Cristina Fernandez announced that she will participate in the event. 
  • This coincides with the national holiday commemorating the May Revolution of 1810.  

Assessments

  1. Based on La Campora’s mobilization capabilities observed during a demonstration held in Buenos Aires on March 24 commemorating the Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice, the slated gathering is likely to witness a turnout ranging from the high thousands to low tens of thousands.  
  2. The rally is expected to transpire largely peacefully and without instances of unrest. However, given VP Kirchner’s attendance and a high turnout anticipated, a bolstered security presence can be expected in the vicinity of Plaza de Mayo to monitor proceedings.     
  3. Disruptions to both pedestrian and vehicular traffic can be anticipated in the vicinity of Plaza de Mayo from the afternoon hours onwards. Diversions to vehicular traffic, including public buses, are also likely in the vicinity during the afternoon hours.

Recommendations

Those operating or residing in Buenos Aires on May 25 are advised to allot for disruptions to travel in the vicinity of Plaza de Mayo during the afternoon hours due to the planned protest. 

COUNTRY RISK LEVEL Low
AFFECTED AREA Buenos Aires, Argentina
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL Low
STRENGTH OF SOURCE Confirmed