25 Feb 2019 | 11:20 PM UTC
Tunisia: Freight and fuel workers threaten three-day strike beginning March 1
Freight and fuel transport workers threaten to stage three-day nationwide strike from March 1 if demands not met; demonstrations and transportation disruptions possible if strike goes ahead
Event
Freight and fuel transport workers with the Tunisian General Labor Union (UGTT) have threatened to stage a three-day nationwide strike from Friday, March 1, if authorities do not satisfy their demands for increased remuneration. Associated demonstrations and transportation disruptions are possible in Tunis and other Tunisian cities amid a heightened security presence if the strike goes ahead.
Advice
Individuals in Tunisia are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid protests and demonstrations as a precaution, prepare for associated disruptions, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
