Insight Report: Activists and anarchists: Recent violence shows increasing tendency for disruptive protests
The 11 September anniversary of the 1973 military coup was accompanied by violent disorder in the capital Santiago, including bombings, arson attacks, the erection of barricades by protesters, and clashes with the police. In response, the government has said it intends to increase surveillance of activist groups and strengthen anti-terrorism laws, a development which is likely to provoke an intensification of protests and which could lead to further bomb attacks targeting the government and the military. However, the direct threat to travellers in Chile, including Santiago, remains low. Nonetheless, members should avoid protest movements as a security precaution, and travel risk managers should monitor developments during periods of increased tension and ensure that employees are briefed on the likely locations and times of planned protests.