Brazil: Public metro workers cancel plans to strike in Sao Paulo June 13 /update 1

Event

Public metro employees affiliated with the Sao Paulo Subway and Subway Workers' Union (Sindicato dos Metroviarios e Metroviarias de Sao Paulo) have withdrawn plans to strike in Sao Paulo June 13 following progress in talks with the metro company. The workers initially called the work stoppage to demand the hiring of more employees, among various other demands. Organizers may still call for fresh strikes and protests in the coming weeks if negotiations fail to address their concerns.

Advice

Monitor trusted local sources for possible updates on fresh strikes and related rallies.