Perth CBD locked down for international weapons expo
Nearly 1,000 organisations from 60 countries are exhibiting amid heavy police presence and street closures.
The Land Forces Exhibition is opening today at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. Parts of the CBD are closed and strict security is set up.
Nearly 1,000 organisations from 60 countries are showing weapons and defence industry exhibits. Police have Mounts Bay Road closed and parking shut down through Thursday.
Officers were given special powers to keep the peace. This follows violent protests against the same expo in Melbourne two years ago.
Around 12 people have been excluded from attending. A peaceful anti-war protest is planned for this afternoon.
People will march from Yagan Square to Elizabeth Quay.
- 60 countries
- Exhibiting nations
- Nearly 1,000
- Organisations present
- Today through Thursday
- Road closure dates
- Around 12
- People excluded
Why it mattersMajor exhibitions like this draw significant foot traffic and security costs. Anti-war sentiment shows the arms trade remains politically contested in Australia.
AustraliaPerth commuters face delays and closures today through Thursday. The event brings international defence industry buyers to Western Australia and could strengthen local defence contracts.
Corroborated bytheage.com.au·watoday.com.au
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