The protest against the Indo Pacific International Maritime Exposition began early in the morning, around 6:30 am, at Tumbalong Park in Darling Harbour. This location is directly opposite the International Convention Centre, where the event is taking place.

Described by the NSW government as the leading event for commercial maritime and naval defense, this three-day expo aims to connect Australian and international leaders from defense, industry, government, academia, and technology sectors, all in the national interest.

A strong police presence, including mounted officers, has been established to ensure protesters do not obstruct attendees from entering the venue.

Several arrests have already been made at the scene.

One of the protest organizers told Today, “We’re here to peacefully protest against a gathering of individuals we consider war criminals.”

The organizer further stated, “The United Nations has reported genocide in Gaza. This convention blatantly disregards international law.”

“Everyone knows that, the government knows it, and here they are going ahead with it anyway, with a thousand cops to protect the war criminals.”

The convention will be held from November 4 to November 6.