Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy-Asuncion, Paraguay (March 22, 2018 starting at 8:30 a.m.)

Location: Central downtown area of Asuncion (gathering starts at Seminario Metropolitano – Kubitschek y 25 de Marzo and heads towards the Plaza De Armas 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