Europe
- Geneva, Switzerland: Security Advisory | From June 15 to June 17, France will host the G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, with Switzerland implementing extensive supporting security measures across the Lake Geneva region, particularly in Geneva, Lausanne, Nyon, and surrounding cross-border corridors. The summit will bring together heads of state from major industrialized nations, resulting in one of the largest coordinated security operations in the region in recent years. Swiss authorities are deploying thousands of police officers and military personnel in support roles to manage border security, prevent disruptions, and secure transport and diplomatic infrastructure. Increased security screening, temporary border checks, and restricted access zones are expected across key transit routes linking Switzerland and France. Significant disruption is anticipated around Geneva Cornavin railway station, Geneva Airport, and major highway crossings toward the French border. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to obey official directives. Travelers should anticipate increasing travel delays near Lake Geneva ahead of the G7 summit.
- Paris, France: Travel Advisory | Unionized airline employees will go on strike across three airports in Paris, France, on June 18. Employees associated with the French Democratic Confederation of Labour (CFDT) will strike with the aim of illuminating labor conditions and the increasing of security clearance requirements around employment. This strike will affect three different airports in Paris: Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY), and Paris Le Bourget Airport (LBG). Local media reports another protest is scheduled in CDG at 10:00 AM. This event is expected to cause numerous travel delays and flight operations across the three airports. SafeAbroad travelers should reaffirm flight schedules and plan alternative travel routes in advance. Travelers are advised to avoid all protests and monitor local news reports or the CDG, ORY, and LBG websites for updated information about strikes.
- Valencia, Spain: Travel Advisory | Unionized taxi drivers in Valencia will conduct coordinated protest actions, including a vehicle convoy and public rally, in response to a proposed private hire vehicle law that organisers claim will negatively impact local taxi operators on June17. The demonstration will begin at 9:30 AM at Plaça de Tetuan, with a vehicle convoy proceeding through Carrer de Guillem de Castro before continuing toward central city routes. A secondary rally is scheduled from 10:00 AM at Plaça de Sant Llorenç, where participants are expected to gather for speeches and coordinated protest activity. The events are expected to significantly reduce taxi availability throughout the morning. SafeAbroad travelers should anticipate substantial transport disruption across central Valencia during the protest period. Journeys through the city centre may experience delays due to traffic interruptions and congestion around protest locations. Travelers should plan alternative transport options in advance, reconfirm route before departure, and allow additional travel time when moving through affected areas.
Americas
- Rosario, Argentina: Security Advisory | Argentina will celebrate Flag Day (Día de la Bandera), on June 20, a national public holiday commemorating General Manuel Belgrano and the creation of the Argentine flag. The main national celebrations will take place at the National Flag Memorial (Monumento a la Bandera) in Rosario, beginning in the morning and continuing throughout the day. The event will include an official flag-raising ceremony attended by government officials, military honors, and large-scale public cultural festivities along the Paraná riverfront, including music performances, food vendors, and civic gatherings. Large crowds are expected, with attendance historically reaching tens of thousands or more in the central celebration area. Road closures, pedestrian-only zones, and heavy congestion are expected around the monument district and adjacent downtown streets, particularly near the riverfront access routes. SafeAbroad travelers should anticipate significant crowding and reduced mobility in central Rosario, especially near the Monument to the Flag and riverfront promenade. Travelers should allow extra time for movement through the city.
- Colombia: Security Advisory | Colombia presidential runoff, nationwide voting will take place on June 21 to determine the country’s next president following a highly competitive electoral cycle. Polling stations across Colombia, particularly in major cities such as Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, and Barranquilla, will open in the morning at 8:00 AM and operate throughout the day, with official vote counting beginning immediately after polls close. The election is expected to be accompanied by heightened security measures, including a significant deployment of police and military personnel around polling stations, government buildings, and electoral commission facilities. Given the politically polarised environment, large crowds may also gather in public squares and outside campaign headquarters to observe results and demonstrate support for candidates. Road closures, increased security checkpoints, and localized traffic disruptions are expected in central urban areas, particularly near civic buildings and major plazas where political activity is concentrated. SafeAbroad travelers should anticipate increased security presence and potential delays in urban centres on election day. Travelers should allow additional time for movement, expect possible transport delays near government and electoral sites, and remain aware of rapidly changing street conditions in the event of demonstrations following the announcement of results.
- Montreal, Canada: Protest Advisory | Protesters are gathering outside the Guy-Favreau Complex, which houses Canadian government offices, on June 20 at 3:00 PM in support of equality and acceptance for LGBT people. Counter-protest are likely in response. Localized disruptions, traffic congestion, heightened security and police presence is expected. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all protests and demonstrations. Travelers are advised to plan alternate travel routes in advance.
Asia & Pacific
- New Delhi, India: Protest Advisory | The student-led political organization Cockroach Janta Party will stage an indefinite sit-in starting June 20 at Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged mishandling of national college entrance examinations. Organizers have emphasized their intention to conduct the protest peacefully. Heightened security measures and localized travel disruptions are expected in the vicinity of the observatory. Previous rallies organized by the group have remained peaceful and attracted moderate to high attendance. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all protest and demonstrations. Travelers are advised to plan alternate travel routes and allot additional time for travel.
- Melbourne, Australia: Health Advisory | On June 16, public allied health professionals and union members of Victorian Allied Health Professionals Association (VAHPA) and the Medical Scientists Association of Victoria (MSAV) are organizing a 24-hour strike and rally to protest the government’s inaction towards improving pay and work conditions. Protestors will gather at 11:30 AM at the Department of Health on 50 Lonsdale Street in Melbourne and will proceed to the Victorian Parliament House at 12:15 PM. Road disruptions are expected along Lonsdale Street and Spring Street. SafeAbroad travelers should anticipate delays in access to allied health professionals and should plan appointments in advance of the strike. Travelers should avoid the protest location and plan alternative routes.
Africa & Middle East
- Cape Town, South Africa: Protest Advisory | On June 16, a second anti-immigration demonstration will take place in Cape Town. The group will meet at the Mandela Glasses monument at 9:00 AM and will proceed to the city center. This demonstration was organized to denounce the grievances that surround illegal immigration. Localized traffic disruptions, increased pedestrian activity, and an increased police presence are expected in affected areas, along with heightened security measures due to the potential for civil unrest. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all protests and demonstrations. Travelers should avoid travel in the area and anticipate heightened security along the march route.
- Harare, Zimbabwe: Protest Advisory | There will be a demonstration in Harare, Zimbabwe, at Africa Unity Square to show support for a proposed bill that aims to increase term limits for elected officials. There are high tensions between supporters and opposing civic groups, which could cause the demonstration to have violent outbursts. There will be about 7,000 people in attendance and a heightened security presence in the area. There will be severe delays on Sam Nujoma Street and Jason Moyo Avenue. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid the demonstration. Travelers should monitor local media for updates on road delays.
- Nairobi, Kenya: Protest Advisory | The Coalition of Victims and Survivors Against State Violence (CVSSV) has announced a multi-day protest from June 16 to June 25 campaign over compensation delays, from June 16 to June 25. Potential sites include the Central Business District, Parliament, and State House. Numbers, times, and specific routes remain unknown. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to monitor Kenya alerts and exercise caution near official buildings in the coming days. Travelers are advised to plan routes accordingly and expect an increased security presence throughout Nairobi.
