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17 Jun 2021 | 04:26 AM UTC

Tunisia: Energy sector workers plan to protest in Tunis June 17

Energy sector workers plan to protest in Tunis, Tunisia, June 17. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.

Warning

Event

Energy sector workers plan to protest outside the National Agency for Energy Conservation in Tunis June 17 to demand more financial support and improved working conditions. Dozens to a hundred individuals could attend the demonstration.

Authorities will likely increase security to monitor the event. Large numbers of protesters will likely cause localized transport disruptions near the National Agency for Energy Conservation June 17. Clashes are possible if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.

Advice

Avoid the protest due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time if traveling through the affected area June 17.