Protests have erupted over the arrival of U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Protestors have clashed with police outside of the U.S. Embassy. Tear gas and dispersion tactics were used. Protests are possible for the remainder of the visit by the Secretary and are likely to take place near U.S. diplomatic buildings, his visit concludes on 30 September.
Beginning 29 September, medical workers nationwide will participate in a 48-hour strike. The work stoppage comes as a protest to government’s insufficient response to healthcare workers’ needs, and to demand the resignation of the Social Health Insurance EsSalud executive president. Details are still emerging about plans to gather in protest in addition to work stoppage. Disruptions to healthcare are expected.
The trade union Verdi, which represents thousands of workers from 130 public transport companies across the country, has called on its members to stage a nationwide strike on 29 September. Trams, buses, and the U-Bahn (metro) network are expected to be impacted. Reports state that in Berlin the above services will be impacted from 15:00 (local time) to midnight.
On 28 September a protest will be held in Parliament Square in London from 16:00 to 19:30 local time. Protestors from the Save British Farming group, a campaign representing farmers, consumers, and members of the food production industry, plan to drive tractors and other farm vehicles to oppose a proposed bill by the government to lower food production standards in the United Kingdom for future food trade deals.
Nationwide strikes by transport labor unions will disrupt public transportation starting on 28 September. The unions are demanding an increase in COVID-19 protective measures for employees, as well as increases in social welfare benefits and employee pensions. The most affected region is Wallonia, with heavy disruptions in Brussels and Liège.
Ongoing strikes by bus drivers in the United Federation of Trade Unions are expected to expand nationwide on 26 September leading to massive disruptions on bus transportation. The strike is expected to expand from 3,800 to approximately 8,500 bus drivers. There has been no indication of when the strike is expected to end. Expect possible shortages of available transportation due to increased demand.
Yellow Vest protestors have announced their plans to march in Paris on 26 September. The protest comes as a response to the disappearance of a Yellow Vest activist at a traffic accident. The march is set to gather at Porte Doree and proceed to the Palace of Nations before concluding at the Place d’Italie. Disruptions to travel and clashes with local authorities are expected.
Travelers in Paris on 25 September should avoid the vicinity of Boulevard Richard Lenoir (11th arrondissement) in the coming hours, due to an ongoing security operation. Police ask that people avoid the area due to reports of a stabbing incident where at least four have been injured. While a suspect has been arrested, security operations are still in progress and may continue in the coming days.
Tropical Storm Dolphin is forecast to impact Japan on 23-25 September. It is expected to bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and rough seas in Honshu, including Osaka. Then the storm will move northeast over Tokyo, Sendai, and nearby areas in northern Japan: Izu Islands, and the Tokai, Kinki, and Kanto-Koshin regions. In the past, storms of this nature have caused severe disruptions.
Travelers in Rome and across the Lazio Region can expect heavy disruption to public transportation on 25 September due to a large 24-hour strike called by the USB union representing workers from ATAC, Roma TPL, and Cotral. The strike will be effective at 10:00-17:00 and 20:00 onwards (local time). Avoid Rome’s network of buses, trams, metro, and light rail services by these providers.