The National Airport Workers’ Union will strike at 15 airports, including Incheon, Gimpo, Busan, Jeju, and Daegu. The strike is expected to disrupt runway maintenance, firefighting operations, and electrical equipment management. Workers are demanding additional staffing, and better working conditions. Delays in departures and arrivals are expected to continue through the Chuseok holiday on October 6.
The Indonesian government declared a state of emergency until September 18 due to severe flash floods in Bali. There are reports of 18 casualties, 5 missing persons, 3 destroyed bridges, and 18 damaged neighborhoods. The floods have displaced 800 people, now living in temporary shelters. Authorities have cut water and electricity in the area, forcing hospitals and hotels to use backup generators.
On September 17, protesters organized by the Stop Trump Coalition will gather at Portland Place in London before marching to Parliament Square at 5:00 PM. Demonstrators oppose Trump’s state visit, citing his stance on climate change, foreign policy, and authoritarian politics. A similar demonstration on August 13 saw large crowds in attendance, referencing mass protests during Trump’s first term. Expect increased security and potential clashes between protesters and law enforcement.
Anti-corruption protests were organized by civil society groups on September 13 and 14 in response to the government’s misuse of funds allotted for flood control projects. Many residents lost their homes due to floods in July. Protests previously took place on September 11 and 12, in which protesters defaced government buildings. Expect major travel disruptions in urban areas as well as heightened security near government buildings. 2,000 police officers will be deployed to control these demonstrations.
Doctors in Nigeria have begun a five day strike from September 12 to September 16. The Nigerian Association of Residential Doctors (NARD), representing approximately 40% of all in-country doctors, has called this strike primarily in response to the government’s refusal to disperse owed funds. Similar strikes have had major impacts on Nigeria’s medical system.
Nationwide protests erupted across France on September 10. Protesters have blocked roads, tram lines, and reportedly assaulted police officers with various objects, prompting officers to use tear gas. The protests were organized by the “Block Everything” movement in response to former prime minister Francois Bayrou’s budget proposal. Staged marches and barricades will continue to cause significant disruptions in urban centers over the coming hours.
Protests over the government’s social media ban in Kathmandu, Nepal turned deadly after security forces opened fire on protesters, killing 19. In the following hours, protesters responded by attacking government buildings and politician homes with hand grenades and improvised incendiary devices. The Nepalese government has responded with military force to quiet the protests, locking down the border with India and shutting down all airports.
Hoax bomb threats in Mumbai on September 5 have led to evacuations and a visible increase in security around schools, transportation hubs, hospitals, and hotels. These incidents have caused evacuations and travel delays, despite no explosives being recovered. Further threats are likely amid the Hindu Ganeshotsav festival running through October, though these events are more likely to be hoaxes rather than actual attacks.
Pensioners are continuing to protest President Javier Milei’s pension cuts and demanding improved benefits throughout 2025. Prior protests have turned violent, with authorities dispersing crowds using tear gas and batons. Labor unions and civic groups often join, with 24-48 hour strikes by judicial, educational, and healthcare workers. Demonstrations are expected to continue through and beyond the October 26 midterm elections.
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.