Argentina: Buenos Aires Subte workers threaten to strike September 6 /update 1

Event

Unions representing subway workers in Buenos Aires are threatening to hold a four-hour strike on Friday, September 6, if talks with government representatives breakdown. The strike will be held from 13:00 until 17:00 (local time) on six Subte (subway) lines and a perimeter line. A meeting between union and city officials is scheduled to be held at 10:00 on Friday. Union leaders are demanding more staff and improved security conditions at subway stations. Significant public transportation disruptions are possible if the strike is held.

Advice

Individuals in Buenos Aires are advised to keep abreast of the situation, plan alternate means of transportation, and allow additional time to travel.