• A rally is scheduled to take place on Friday, October 18, from 13:00 to 19:00 at Place des Nations (in front of the UN headquarters) in Geneva, calling for the release of Paul Watson, former leader of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society (SS). The participants of this rally are also planning to march towards Rue de Lausanne, where this office is located, starting from 16:15. If you are in this area during this time, please exercise caution.
• There is a possibility that protests against Japan may escalate further. Stay informed of the latest developments through media reports, and if you encounter any demonstrations or rallies, leave the area promptly and pay close attention to your personal safety.
1. On July 21, 2024, the police of Greenland, a Danish autonomous territory, announced that they had detained Paul Watson, former leader of Sea Shepherd, upon his entry into Greenland by ship. This action was based on an international arrest warrant issued by Interpol at Japan’s request.
2. In response to this situation, a demonstration calling for Paul Watson’s release was held on Tuesday, August 6, in Place des Nations (in front of the UN headquarters) in Geneva. Additionally, similar protests took place at the end of August in front of the Japanese government offices in Geneva.
3. A rally calling for Paul Watson’s release is planned to take place on Friday, October 18, from 13:00 to 19:00 at Place des Nations (in front of the UN headquarters) in Geneva. The participants are also expected to march towards Rue de Lausanne, where this office is located, starting at 16:15. Please exercise caution if you are in this area during that time.
4. There is a possibility that protests against Japan may further escalate. Stay informed of the latest updates through media reports, and if you encounter any demonstrations or rallies, leave the area promptly and ensure your personal safety.
5. If you come across any information regarding harm to Japanese nationals, please contact this office immediately.
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