Europe
- France: Protest Advisory | Demonstrations are planned nationwide in France on May 26, with demonstrators expected to gather at an unspecified time in front of government buildings, regional health agencies, and department council offices in major cities across the country. According to local media, demonstrators are expected to gather at an unspecified time. Various trade unions are organizing the demonstrations to demand salary increases and renew bargaining negotiations for employees across social, medico-social, integration, child protection, early childhood, and home care sectors. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to monitor local media and plan altern routes to circumvent protest locations. Travelers are advised to leave at the first sign of unrest.
- Stockholm, Sweden: Security Advisory | The Stockholm Marathon will occur on May 30 in Stockholm expecting to cause significant crowding, road and traffic disruption and large crowds. The race will begin and conclude at the Stockholm Olympic Stadium. The race will draw over 20,000 runners. The event will include two major running groups. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to exercise extra caution when moving around the marathon, being cautious of runners. Travelers should allow for additional travel time and confirm travel arrangements in advance.
- Brussels, Belgium: Protest Advisory | Protestors plan to march across Brussels, Belgium, on May 25 at 1:00 PM, expect travel delays.Members of the Congolese Diaspora plan to march in the capital Brussels from Place du Trone to Place Schuman. The group’s movement across the city will impact traffic and cause delays. This protest is in response to Rwandan officials undermining the territorial integrity of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all protests and demonstrations. Travelers should anticipate delays and plan alternate routes.
Americas
- Argentina: Protest Advisory | Teachers will strike nationwide in Argentina, on May 26-30; expect protests and demonstrations in urban centers nationwide. The National Federation of University Teachers and other teachers’ unions have organized a four-day strike from May 26-30 denouncing cuts to funding for universities and teacher wages. Protests have been planned at university campuses and government buildings in several urban centers. Protests have the potential to turn violent. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all protests and demonstrations. Travelers should remain alert during travel and obey law enforcement commands.
- Colombia: Security Advisory | Colombian authorities will tighten security from May 30 to June 1 amid upcoming presidential elections on 31 May. Colombia has added 246,000 security force personnel across the country to secure the electoral process. Despite the National Liberation Army (ELN) and Estado Mayor Central (EMC) agreeing to a ceasefire, splintered factions are likely to carry out attacks. Election-related gatherings are likely to cause travel disruptions. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to exercise heightened vigilance when traveling near polling booths and to report any suspicious activity. Travelers should adhere to directives issued by security forces and liaise with local contacts to avoid political gatherings.
- Chihuahua, Mexico: Protest Advisory | Protesters will gather in Chihuahua and Ciudad Juárez on 27 May at 9:00 AM. Protesters will gather outside the Attorney General’s Office on Paseo Simón Bolívar in Chihuahua and outside the Federal Attorney General’s Office along Abraham Lincoln Avenue in Ciudad Juárez. The demonstrations are organized to pressure authorities to uphold democratic institutions and the rule of law. Localized travel disruptions, road closures and congestions are expected. Heightened security and police presence is expected, specifically around government buildings. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to plan alternative routes to circumvent the protest. Travelers should follow all directives and leave at the first sign of unrest.
Asia & Pacific
- Asia: Security Advisory | Eid al-Adha festival to be celebrated across Asia on May 27-28; travel congestion and large crowds expected. Festivities for Eid al-Adha, an Islamic holiday, will begin on May 27 in Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Maldives, India, the Philippines, and Singapore in areas with large Muslim populations. Travel to and around religious sites and celebrations will result in traffic and heightened security measures. The holiday period will end on May 28th. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to stay informed about local Eid al-Adha observances and any associated regional disruptions. Travelers should anticipate potential travel delays, increased security measures, and congestion in public spaces. Travelers are also encouraged to remain aware of their surroundings in crowded areas and to respect local customs, religious traditions, and cultural practices during the holiday period
- Punjab, India: Travel Advisory | Public bus workers in Punjab, India, will strike from May 25-27; expect travel delays. The strike will involve buses operated by Punjab Roadways Transport Corporation and Punjab Buses. If the union’s demands are not met, the strike is expected to continue beyond May 27. While privately-operated buses and other forms of transportation will continue to operate, shortages are expected. Protest activity, with heightened security, is expected to accompany the strike. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to plan alternate routes and means of travel and anticipate shortages in privately-operated buses and taxis. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and demonstrations and anticipate possible protests near privately-operated buses.
- Melbourne, Australia: Protest Advisory | A rally will gather at 11:00 AM on May 30 at State Library of Victoria, Melbourne, Australia. Participants will gather outside the State Library of Victoria to oppose public housing tower demolitions and call for the protection and expansion of public housing in Victoria. Attendance figures have not been confirmed, but past events have had large turnout. The event is scheduled to end at 2:00 PM. Increased pedestrian activity is expected along Swanston Street and surrounding central Melbourne areas during the midday period. Traffic delays, tram disruptions, and localized congestion will come with crowd activity. Travelers are advised to avoid the State Library area during the event period. Expect heavier foot traffic and slower movement along Swanston Street. Monitor local media for updates and allow extra travel time.
Africa & Middle East
- Casablanca, Morocco: Protest Advisory | Student-led demonstrations are expected in Casablanca between May 27 and May 30. Gatherings are expected to gather near major university campuses and along central boulevards. The protest is organized due to ongoing concerns regarding education reform, tuition costs, and academic funding conditions. Demonstrations are expected to be gather around student-heavy districts and key public spaces, with potential for movement between campuses and central administrative areas depending on turnout and organization. Past student protests in Morocco have resulted in temporary road closures in central districts, congestion along major boulevards, disruption to tram and bus networks and heightened security and police presence. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to plan alternative routes to circumvent the area and allow for additional travel time. Travelers should also monitor local media and university communications for updates.
- Midrand, South Africa: Protest Advisory | Protesters will gather in Midrand on May 25 at 11:00 AM. Protesters will gather at Gallagher Convention Centre, a major events venue situated between Johannesburg and Pretoria along key transport corridors. The demonstration is expected to attract participants advocating for employment policies prioritizing South African citizens over foreign nationals. Localised travel disruptions and congestion. Gatherings of this nature in South Africa can escalate unpredictably, particularly if counterdemonstrations. Expect heightened security and police presence. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid the protest location and plan alternative routes to circumvent the area. Travelers are advised to follow authority directives and leave the area at the first sign of unrest.
- Tunis, Tunisia: Protest Advisory | Protesters will gather in Nairobi between May 27 and May 30. Protesters are expected to gather near government buildings, University of Nairobi campuses, and key transport links including Kenyatta Avenue and the Central Business District. The demonstrations are linked to ongoing public concerns over cost-of-living pressures, youth unemployment, and governance issues. While initial gatherings may be peaceful, large crowds in central Nairobi have previously resulted in roadblocks, traffic congestion, and temporary road closures, particularly in and around the CBD. Public transport disruptions and heightened security is expected for the duration of the protest. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all protest locations, particularly within the central business district. Travelers should plan alternative routes around Nairobi and allow for additional travel time.
