Take account of disruption on 18 September in and around the administrative capital La Paz (La Paz department) during a protest march. The FSTMB miners’ union is demanding government action against a perceived rise in illegal mining. Participants will gather from 08.00 (local time) outside the Multifunctional Centre in El Alto (La Paz) before proceeding into central La Paz city. They are then likely to gather outside the mining ministry. The security forces are liable to attempt to dismantle any roadblocks established by protesters. Any scuffles would pose incidental risks to bystanders.
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Exercise caution and expect heightened security following the declaration of a state of emergency (SoE) in Azuay, Bolivar, Carchi, Cotopaxi, Imbabura, Pichincha and Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas provinces. The decree, in place since 16 September, is a response to protests over cuts to the national diesel subsidy (see related alert). It is intended to last 60 days, though it is likely to be extended. The measure limits the right of assembly, prohibiting the formation of crowds in public spaces. This follows an earlier SoE declared in August for Bolivar, Cotopaxi, El Oro, Guayas, Los Rios and Manabi provinces in response to increased criminal violence.
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Exercise caution and expect heightened security in the capital Guatemala City’s Zone 9 over the coming days following multiple shooting incidents overnight on 16-17 September. Three people were shot and injured in separate incidents of attempted armed robberies near 6th Avenue and 12th Street and 6th Avenue and 6th Street. Emergency response workers attended the scenes and the victims were taken to hospital. Exercise caution and take stringent security precautions near affected areas of Zone 9.
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Expect heightened security in Glendale (Arizona state) on 21 September linked to a memorial service for assassinated political activist Charlie Kirk and follow all official directives. The event will be held at State Farm Stadium from 11.00 (local time), with overflow crowds to be accommodated at the nearby Desert Diamond Arena. Participants are expected to start arriving from 02.00. There will be a heightened police presence throughout the city, including around the venues, with President Donald Trump and other dignitaries scheduled to attend the memorial. Although specific traffic restrictions have yet to be announced, checkpoints and road closures are likely on the day.
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Reconfirm flights and expect residual disruption at San Diego International Airport (SAN, California state) over the coming hours after a ground stop issued on 17 September was lifted. A disabled aircraft on the runway had caused its closure, prompting the issuance of the ground stop. All inbound flights were diverted to other airports, while departing flights were delayed, as more than 120 flights were disrupted. The runway has since reopened and normal operations have resumed, but flights are expected to be impacted until early 18 September. Expect residual disruption to continue as the authorities clear the backlog of flights.
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Regional
Exercise caution, expect disruption during passage of Tropical Depression Mitag (Revised)
Exercise caution and expect disruption over the coming days during the passage of Tropical Depression Mitag (known in the Philippines as Marisol). The weather system made landfall over Casiguran in Aurora province (Central Luzon region) of the Philippines on 17 September. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) forecasts that Mitag will intensify into a tropical storm as it moves north-west into the Luzon Strait, exiting the Philippines Area of Responsibility (PAR) by 18 September. It is expected to move towards south-western parts of China, impacting Guangdong province and Hong Kong (China SAR) over the coming days. Heavy rainfall and associated disruption are likely in affected areas.
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Bangladesh
Urban centres: Avoid political protests on 18, 19 September due to risk of unrest
Avoid political protests on 18 and 19 September in urban centres, including the capital Dhaka, due to the risk of unrest. The Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) party has organised demonstrations to demand the use of proportional representation voting in the February 2026 general election, among other things. Participants will gather at an unconfirmed time on 18 September outside the National Mosque in Dhaka. Related protests will also be held in other urban centres on 19 September, with likely venues being the vicinity of Islamic places of worship and JI party offices. Any ensuing disturbances, such as unruly behaviour or forcible dispersal measures by the police, would pose incidental risks to bystanders.
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India
Uttarakhand: Defer non-essential travel to Mussoorie until 23 September; confirm feasibility of journeys elsewhere
Defer non-essential travel to Mussoorie (Dehradun district, Uttarakhand state) until 23 September. Traffic has resumed on National Highway (NH)-34 (Gangotri Highway) and NH-134 (Yamunotri Highway) in Uttarkashi district following repairs. Separately, at least two people were reported missing following heavy rain on 15-16 September in the state capital Dehradun. Ongoing isolated periods of heavy rain across Uttarakhand may exacerbate disruption and hinder relief efforts. Travel to and within the rest of the state can continue after confirming feasibility and with robust journey management planning and logistical support.
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Indonesia
Urban centres: Expect heightened security, avoid demonstrations in coming days linked to reform demands (Revised)
Expect heightened security and avoid demonstrations linked to reform demands in the capital Jakarta and other urban centres over the coming days due to the risk of unrest. While attendance at protests over the so-called 17+8 Demands from the People has decreased, rallies continue outside the House of Representatives (DPR) and the Gambir area in Jakarta. Further demonstrations are likely near government buildings and public squares, and those led by students are more likely to be disruptive and turn unruly.
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Philippines
Expect disruption during nationwide transport strike on 18 September
Expect disruption during a nationwide transport strike on 18 September to denounce alleged government mismanagement and corruption. The PISTON transport group is observing its industrial action and holding a related protest in Metro Manila. Meanwhile, the Manibela group, which began its three-day strike on 17 September, called off the remainder of the industrial action earlier on 18 September following a government appeal. Public transport has been significantly disrupted in urban centres, despite the government’s contingency planning. Manibela drivers will reportedly offer free rides to participants in the anti-corruption protests in Metro Manila on 21 September (see separate alert).
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On 17 September, the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) suspended preparations for elections in Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), scheduled for 13 October. The decision complies with the Supreme Court’s temporary restraining order (TRO) on redistributing seven parliamentary seats previously assigned to Sulu province. The security posture remains heightened. Monitor developments over the coming weeks as the election is key to the truce with the extremist Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF). Expect and avoid protests due to the latent risk of unrest. These are likely to be held as the polls have been postponed since 2022.
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Regional
Urban centres: Expect disruption during demonstrations linked to Middle East conflicts (Revised)
Expect disruption in urban centres in the coming weeks during demonstrations linked to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East (see related alerts). Although such events are likely to pass off peacefully, there is potential for localised scuffles involving rival protesters and the police. Bystanders face incidental risks in the event of any unrest.
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France
Expect nationwide disruption on 18 September during union-led protests, strikes
Eight major trade unions intend to stage co-ordinated protests and strikes across France on 18 September to oppose measures reportedly expected in the government’s 2026 budget proposal. Significant delays and cancellations are likely across all public transport services, while protests and road blockades are planned in most urban centres. Organisers claim the events will be larger than the 10 September ‘Block Everything’ (‘Bloquons Tout’) protests. Clashes between demonstrators and the police are likely and may result in gatherings being forcibly dispersed, posing incidental risks to bystanders. Expect nationwide disruption during the actions and plan journeys accordingly.
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North Macedonia
Skopje: Expect disruption on 18 September during planned protests
Expect disruption in the capital Skopje on 18 September during scheduled protests and plan journeys accordingly. Participants will gather from 17.30 (local time) outside the interior ministry building and from 18.00 at Woman-Warrior Park. Accompanying road blockades are possible along nearby thoroughfares. The events are being held to demand increased government action in combatting a perceived rise in violence against women. They are likely to garner significant attendance and disrupt traffic in their vicinities.
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