Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Asuncion, Paraguay (August 6, 2018)

Location: Asuncion, Paraguay

Event:  Demonstrations are expected to take place on Monday, August 6, 2018 at 18:00 in front of Congress at the Plaza de Armas located at El Paraguayo Independiente Avenue between Jejui and Manduvira cross streets. The group intends to protest alleged government corruption.

Actions to Take:

• Avoid the area.
• Monitor local media for updates.
• Avoid crowds.
• Be aware of your surroundings.

  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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By U.S. Embassy Paraguay | 6 August, 2018 | Topics: Alert