Europe
- Nationwide, Spain: Protest Advisory | Leading up to April 1, at least two Spanish airports will have staff strikes. The strikes will call for better working conditions. The exact times of walkouts are unconfirmed but will take place at Valencia Airport and Madrid Barajas Airport. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to confirm their flights in and out of Spain. Travelers should anticipate travel delays and flight disruptions.
- Irvine, United Kingdom: Protest Advisory | On April 6 at 1:00 PM, political protesters will gather in front of Bridgegate in Irvine, Scotland. The demonstration is in response to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Avoid all protest activities. Plan routes that bypass the affected area. Monitor the local media for updates.
- The Hague, Netherlands: Protest Advisory | On April 6 at 12:00 PM, expect environmental groups to create roadblocks in The Hague, Netherlands, to call for the end of government investment in fossil fuels. Participants will gather and block traffic on the A12 highway. Anticipate travel disruptions. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and plan alternative travel routes.
- Brussels, Belgium: Protest Advisory | On April 7, to commemorate World Health Day, a protest has been planned at the Robert Schuman roundabout in Brussels, Belgium. Protesters will call for equal access to affordable healthcare. SafeAbroad travelers should avoid all protests. Find alternate routes as necessary to circumvent the protest during the affected time.
- Copenhagen, Denmark: Security Advisory | On April 1 at 2:00 PM in Copenhagen, Denmark, clashes are likely between fans at a football game. The US Embassy issued an alert as a football game between FC Copenhagen and Brøndby IF is to take place at Parken Stadium. A previous matchup resulted in violence between fans. Authorities have announced increased penalty zones for: Trianglen, Blegdamsvej, Frederik V’s Vej, Edel Sauntes Allé, Nørre Allé, Lyngbyvej, Australiensvej, Sankt Kjelds Gade, Jagtvej, and Østerbrogade. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid the match between the two clubs. Expect delays around the stadium as violence will cause police responses. If you must attend the match, practice extreme precaution and be aware of your surroundings at all times.
- Nationwide, Greece: Protest Advisory | On April 2 at 12:01 AM to April 3 at 11:59 PM, customs officers in Greece will strike, demanding changes to labor regulations, including shifts. Expect customs service disruptions, potential travel and shipment delays to non-Schengen countries, and possible protests at border crossings. SafeAbroad travelers should avoid all protests and demonstrations. Consider taking alternate travel routes to avoid protest sites. Consider alternate shipping arrangements.
Americas
- Nationwide, Brazil: Protest Advisory | On April 3, unionized civil servants in Brazil will go on strike. The strike has been organized to demand better wages and improved access to public services. Travelers should avoid all protests associated with the strike and monitor local media for updates. Travelers should anticipate delays in government services throughout the period of the strike.
- Vancouver, Canada: Protest Advisory | On April 5 at 5:30 PM, an Israel-Hamas protest will commence at the Chinatown Memorial Plaza. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all related protests and monitor local media for updates.
- Surrey, Canada: Protest Advisory | On April 6 at 11:00 AM, an anti-North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) protest will occur near the Scott Road Station. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all related demonstrations and monitor local media for updates.
- Argentina: Protest Advisory | On April 3, the Association of State Workers (ATE) will conduct a nationwide strike to condemn President Milei’s plan to dismiss government employees. This will impact government sources, including public transport and healthcare services. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all related demonstrations and monitor local media for updates.
Asia & Pacific
- Auckland New Zealand: Protest Advisory | On April 5 at 3:30 PM, protesters will march from Britomart Square to the Auckland Council Building in Auckland, New Zealand. The protesters are advocating for policies to address climate change. Travelers should expect delays surrounding the march and monitor local media for updates.
- Seoul, South Korea: Protest Advisory | Over the coming days, protest marches will be conducted to demand the resignation of President Yoon Suk-yoel. Protesters will gather daily at 4:00 PM at the City Hall station, in the direction of the president’s office. A counter-protest is planned near the Samgakji station at 4:00 PM as well. SafeAbroad travelers should monitor local media for updates and plan travel accordingly to avoid protest disruptions.
- India: Protest Advisory | From March 30 to April 1, fuel merchants will go on strike regarding stagnant commission rates, shutting down fuel pumps. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to anticipate travel disruptions and prepare for fuel shortages.
- Kinmen, Taiwan: Security Advisory | From April 2 to April 30, Taiwan will begin live-fire military exercises in Kinmen, Taiwan, after Chinese aircraft were detected near the islands. The exercises are not expected to cause a breakout of conflict between Taiwan and China but will exacerbate tensions in the Taiwan Strait. Travelers should monitor local media for updates and be ready to evacuate Taiwan should conflict breakout.
Africa & Middle East
- Nationwide, Morocco: Protest Advisory | Through April 3 in Morocco, healthcare workers will strike, affecting health services in the country. The National Federation of Public Health has planned this strike to call for a salary increase. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid any potential protests. If travelers require medical attention, seek treatment at emergency rooms or plan for alternate care. Monitor the local media for updates.
- Nationwide, Senegal: Protest Advisory | On April 2, expect demonstrations throughout Senegal as Bassirou Diomaye Faye assumes power after a tumultuous election cycle. Civil unrest has been present throughout the election cycle since the National Assembly suspended the elections. Previous demonstrations were violently broken up by security forces. Travelers should monitor local media for updates on any developing demonstrations and minimize travel throughout Senegal.
- Nationwide, South Africa: Protest Advisory | From March 29 to May 29, rallies and protests are expected in urban areas across South Africa in anticipation of presidential general campaigns. These events are expected to continue until the general election on May 29. Many of these rallies will be held near party headquarters, government buildings, and state-owned utility buildings. Increased tensions are anticipated nationwide.
- Amman, Jordan: Protest Advisory | From April 1 through mid-April, demonstrations are likely to occur at the Israeli Embassy in Amman, Jordan. Protesters are demanding the Jordanian government sever ties with Israel in response to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza. Previous protests related to this conflict have been dispersed using tear gas. Travelers should avoid all protests related to this issue and monitor local media for updates. Travelers should plan routes in advance to avoid large crowds of protesters.
- Nationwide, Morocco: Protest/Security Advisory | From April 2 to April 4, unionized civil servants will be striking throughout Morocco. Unionized workers are demanding higher wages and better working conditions. Demonstrations are likely to accompany the strike. Travelers should monitor local media for updates and avoid any protests associated with the strike.
