Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy – Asuncion, Paraguay (March 21, 2019 starting at 8:00 a.m.)
Location: Central downtown area of Asuncion (gathering starts at Parque Seminario – Kubitschek y 25 de Mayo and heads towards the Plaza Uruguaya in front of the Paraguayan Congress).
Event: Campesino Demonstration
U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the central downtown area tomorrow.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid the central downtown area.
- Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
- Monitor local media for updates.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy – Asuncion, Paraguay
+(595) (21) 213-715
+(595) (21) 229-581 (after hours)
ParaguayACS@state.gov
U.S. Embassy web page - State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 - Paraguay Country Information
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