Peru: Banco de la Nación strike March 8-9

Event

Banco de la Nación workers have planned a nationwide strike that will take place on Thursday, March 8, and Friday, March 9, in protest of stagnant wages and alleged arbitrary dismissals of bank employees. Services at Banco de la Nación branches are likely to be limited for the duration of the strike. Associated protests are possible.

Context

Banco de la Nación is a state-owned entity that provides banking services for both the government and rural communities where few private banks operate.

Advice

Individuals in Peru are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate potential disruptions to banking services, and avoid all demonstrations as a precaution.