03 May 2019 | 01:58 PM UTC
Tunisia: Fuel carriers call off strike May 3 /update 1
Nationwide fuel carriers strike set for May 2-4 is called off as of May 3; residual disruptions likely
Event
The General Transport Federation on Friday, May 3, called off a nationwide strike by fuel carriers originally set to take place from Thursday, May 2, to Saturday, May 4. The strike was called to protest low wages and fuel transportation regulations. Residual disruptions from the work stoppage are expected over the coming hours and days.
Advice
Individuals in Tunisia are advised to monitor the situation, ensure adequate supplies of fuel and avoid nonessential movements, and avoid all related public gatherings as a precaution.
