Incident Details

30,000 protesters will rally at Victoriei Square on September 8 at 12:00 PM and march to Cotrocreni Palace in Bucharest. Demonstrations, ongoing since July over education reforms including larger class sizes and reduced overtime, have prompted a teacher boycott. Other nationwide protests are likely until Education Minister Daniel David holds an audience with union leaders. Victoriei Square and Cotrocreni Palace remain likely sites for further protests.

Traveler Safety

SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all protests and demonstrations, including government sites and palaces. Expect increased security and plan alternate routes.