Europe
- Tallinn, Estonia: Protest Advisory | On January 29, teachers will demonstrate in front of Parliament, demanding an increase to the minimum wage. Events are likely to be peaceful, but a large turnout will likely lead to the presence of police and potential traffic disruptions.
- Nationwide, France: Protest Advisory | Over the next few days, agricultural protesters will demonstrate nationwide. Demonstrations may include blocking roads around Paris’s Charles de Gaulle Airport. Plan for travel disruptions and an increased security presence.
- Nationwide, United Kingdom: Protest Advisory | From January 29-February 6, train union workers will strike across the UK. Rail companies will have a reduction in services, and cancellations are possible. Plan for alternative travel.
- Geneva, Switzerland: Protest Advisory | On January 31, public transport unions will strike for better salaries and working conditions. Minimum services will be provided, but plan for transport disruptions, including to and from Geneva International Airport.
- Zagreb, Croatia: Protest Advisory | On January 31, protesters will gather at Saint Mark’s Square at 11:00 am to denounce legal amendments criminalizing the unauthorized release of investigative journalistic content.
- Athens, Greece: Protest Advisory | On January 31, protesters will gather at Kaningos Square to demand better wages and working conditions for construction workers, engineers, and architects.
Americas
- Nationwide, Mexico: Weather Advisory | Through January 29, expect poor weather in the form of rainstorms and strong winds followed by cold weather, snow, and sleet. Heavy rainfall could lead to flooding in lowlands, and the following cold weather could lead to icy conditions. Monitor local weather reports and remain indoors.
- Buenos Aires, Argentina: Protest Advisory | On January 30, protesters will march from the city center to the National Congress, where they will hold a rally. Avoid protests and plan for travel disruptions.
- Machu Picchu District, Peru: Travel Advisory | Over the coming days, Machu Picchu Popular Collective members are expected to continue an indefinite strike over the privatization of historical site tickets. Activists are also protesting along railway lines, suspending rail transport between Ollantaytambo and Machupicchu. Plan for travel disruptions.
- Los Lagos, Chile: Disaster Advisory | Over the coming days, the San Antonio wildfire is expected to continue burning near Puerto Montt, potentially prompting evacuations. 70 people have been evacuated from Las Canchas and Las Cahuellas. Monitor media for evacuation notices and air quality alerts.
Asia & Pacific
- New Delhi, India: Protest Advisory | On January 29, rail workers will gather at 9:00 AM at the Jantar Mantar monument to demand better recruitment efforts to fill vacancies. Avoid protests.
- Colombo, Sri Lanka: Travel Advisory | Through February 4, Galle Road from Kollupitiya and Ceramic junctions to Galle Face will close multiple times per day to facilitate rehearsals for the Independence Day celebration and the celebration itself. Plan for traffic disruptions.
- Northeastern Queensland, Australia: Weather Advisory | Over the coming days, the remains of Tropical Storm Kirrily will pass over northeastern Queensland, bringing heavy rains and potential flash flooding. Monitor local weather reports and be aware of flash floods.
- Canberra, Australia: Protest Advisory | On February 4, protesters will demonstrate outside the Sri Lanka High Commission to advocate for an end to discrimination against the Tamil people in Sri Lanka. Plan routes avoiding protests.
Africa & Middle East
- Cape Town, South Africa: Disaster Advisory | Over the coming days, emergency services will continue to respond to a wildfire in Table Mountain National Park. Evacuation notices have been issued for parts of the park, and more evacuations may take place. Monitor local news media and air quality alerts.
- Istanbul, Turkey: Security Advisory | Over the coming days, investigations of a shooting at an Istanbul church on January 28 are likely to cause travel disruptions around the church.
- Mangu, Nigeria: Security Advisory | For the coming days, a curfew has been declared from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM due to ethnic violence between Fulani herders and local residents. 30 people were killed on January 27. Limit travel to Mangu and obey security directives.
- Nationwide, Uganda: Protest Advisory | Beginning on February 1, medical interns from the Federation of Uganda Medical Interns will strike to demand an increase in allowances, which was agreed to in 2021. Expect disruptions to medical services.
