Argentina: Public transport workers' strike averted May 30 /update 1

Event

The nationwide strike planned by workers affiliated with the Automotive Tramway Union (Union Tranviarios Automotor, UTA) on May 30 has been averted. Workers planned to demand improved salaries. While the strike has been called off, some residual disruptions remain possible as some transport services on May 30 may have been canceled in anticipation of the strike.

An agreement has not been reached regarding the workers' demands, and negotiations will continue. Therefore, new calls for a nationwide strike remain possible in the coming weeks.

Advice

Reconfirm freight and passenger rail services. Plan for potential disruptions when shipping cargo May 30.