The Week Ahead: December 23, 2024

Date

Europe
  • Tirana, Albania: Protest Advisory | On December 23, protesters will gather in Tirana, Albania in support of the opposition Democratic Party. Protesters claim there is corruption within the Albanian government. Heightened security presence and travel delays are expected across Tirana during the protest.
  • Georgia: Protest Advisory | Through at least the end of December, protests are likely to occur more frequently in major cities across the country. Anti-government activist groups have been active recently, as the President has claimed the recent election results to be illegitimate. Increased security forces will be present in urban areas nationwide, causing widespread transportation disruptions and violent clashes between protesters and police.
  • Madrid, Spain: Protest Advisory | On December 23, unionized workers will gather in Madrid, Spain. Home care workers have organized the protests to advocate for increased wages. Localized disruptions are expected, although the protests will likely remain peaceful.
  • Germany: Security Advisory | Through at least January 1, heightened security measures are expected to be implemented by German authorities following the vehicle attack on December 20. The most significant security measures will focus on urban areas. Travelers should expect transportation delays across most major cities.
Americas
  • Canada: Protest Advisory | Through at least mid-January, pro-Palestinian activists will continue to hold demonstrations in urban areas across Canada. These protests are likely to take place on college campuses, outside of government buildings, and on major roadways. An increased security presence should be expected in major cities. 
  • Bolivia: Weather Advisory | Over the coming days, heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to persist across Bolivia. A severe weather alert has been issued through December 23. Travelers should use extreme caution when traveling in affected areas.
  • Santiago, Chile: Disaster Advisory | Over the coming days, government alerts and evacuation orders will remain in place for the Santiago region in Chile as a wildfire continues to impact the area. Road closures and other safety measures will remain in place until the wildfire is contained.
  • Buenos Aires, Argentina: Protest Advisory | On December 23, pro-Palestinian demonstrators will gather near the Israeli embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. A heightened police presence and major transportation disruptions are expected throughout the surrounding area.
Asia & Pacific
  • Jakarta, Indonesia: Protest Advisory | From December 26-27, protesters will gather in Jakarta, Indonesia to demand an increase to the minimum wage. This protest has been organized by multiple labor unions and other advocacy groups. Demonstrators will be concentrated outside of the State Palace. Security forces will be stationed throughout the protest area, although violence is unlikely.
  • Nepal: Disaster Advisory | Following a magnitude-5.0 earthquake in Nepal on December 21, continued disruptions and damages are expected to occur over the coming days due to aftershocks. Transportation services may be shut down temporarily as a precautionary measure and to assess damages. 
  • Japan: Weather Advisory | Through at least December 24, adverse weather conditions are expected to cause disruptions on Honshu Island. Heavy snowfall warnings have been issued, with strong winds also expected over the coming days. Transportation services may experience delays while these conditions persist. Travelers should avoid any unnecessary travel in affected areas.
  • Australia: Protest Advisory | From December 23 until January 12, port workers across Australia will continue to strike following unsuccessful contract negotiations. Multiple work stoppages are already underway or are planned to occur in numerous cities nationwide. Disruptions to transportation services and the supply chain are expected to persist through January.
Africa & Middle East
  • Kenya: Travel Advisory | From December 23 until January 5, Kenya Railways will temporarily suspend all rail services nationwide. There is currently no reason for the shutdown. Major travel disruptions are expected and demand for other forms of transportation will increase, especially in urban areas. Travelers should plan to utilize alternate transportation methods.
  • South Africa: Disaster Advisory | Following a magnitude-5.3 earthquake on December 22, authorities in South Africa may temporarily suspend transportation services to evaluate damages. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days. Travelers should exercise caution when traveling in affected areas.
  • Uganda: Health Advisory | Throughout December, mpox cases have been confirmed in multiple areas across Uganda. This is the country’s first outbreak and response teams have been deployed nationwide. Travelers experiencing any symptoms should seek medical care immediately.
  • Israel: Security Advisory | Between December 25 and January 2, Israeli authorities are expected to increase security measures across the country in response to Hanukkah celebrations. Roadblocks and security checkpoints will be implemented in highly populated areas, likely causing transportation disruptions.

Recent
Advisories

Rock en Seine Music Festival will draw hundreds of thousands to Paris, France, from August 26-30; expect travel delays.

Rock en Seine is an annual five-day, multi-genre music festival that will take place from August 26 to 30 at the Domaine National de Saint-Cloud. The festival drew approximately 150,000 attendees in 2025 and will increase security and crowd density around the venue. During the festival, public transportation will experience heavy congestion, resulting in transit delays, especially through the Boulogne – Pont de Saint-Cloud subway station.

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The Canadian National Exhibition will draw large crowds to Toronto, Canada, from August 21–September 7; expect travel disruptions.

aiwan’s annual ‘Han Kuang’ military exercises will continue through August 14, with urban resilience drills and live-fire exercises in densely populated areas from August 7 to 13. Heightened security presence, localized access restrictions, and temporary internet disruptions are likely in areas affected by air-raid drills. Military activity and cross-Strait tensions will likely increase as China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) activity rose after previous Han Kuang iterations.

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Expect travel disruptions from August 16 to 18 due to the Southern African Development Community Summit in Durban, South Africa.

The 46th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit will occur in Durban at the Durban International Convention Centre (ICC) from August 16 to 17. The summit aims to address regional cooperation, peace, and South African development progress. Walnut Road is confirmed to be closed until August 18, while official motorcades may cause short-notice closures near King Shaka International Airport (DUR) as delegations arrive and depart.

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