Serbia: Taxi drivers protest planned in Belgrade October 14 /update 1

Event

Taxi drivers will protest in Belgrade on Monday, October 14, to denounce app-based ride-sharing services. Protesters are expected to gather from 14:00 to 17:00 (local time), blocking several streets across the city centre before converging to the Serbian government headquarters. The protest is expected to cause severe transportation disruptions in the capital.

Taxi service interruptions are to be expected in Belgrade over the near term as taxi drivers are likely to protest until their demands are met. Associated localized transportation disruptions are anticipated during strike movements.

Context

Since September 30, taxi drivers have staged daily protests for a duration of two hours to pressure authorities to increase regulations on ride-sharing services.

Advice

Individuals in Belgrade are advised to monitor developments to the situation, prepare for transportation disruptions and make alternative arrangements if possible, and avoid all protests as a precaution.