Anti-APEC protest in San Francisco, USA by Michael Ho Wai Lee / SOPA Images
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is hosting its 2023 summit in San Francisco, California, from November 11 to November 17, primarily centered at the Moscone Center. The summit attracts leaders and business representatives from various nations, engaging in discussions on diverse global issues. However, on November 12, a substantial protest unfolds on the streets of San Francisco, drawing thousands of demonstrators from various groups, including those advocating for climate change and pro-Palestine causes. The protestors march from the Ferry Building to the Moscone Center in the afternoon, brandishing flags, placards, and banners. As they approach the Moscone Center, riot police from the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) intervene, preventing the protestors from nearing the venue.
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