Colombia: Taxi drivers plan to strike in several cities nationwide June 30

Event

Unionized taxi drivers plan to strike in multiple cities nationwide from 06:00 June 30 over increasing gasoline prices. Organizers stated that the action would occur in Bogota, Cali, Pereira, and Santa Marta. Taxi drivers from other urban centers, such as Barranquilla, Bucaramanga, Cucuta, Ibague, Manizales, Medellin, Pasto, and Villavicencio, could also participate in the work stoppage.

Taxi drivers could hold related protests and block main roads during the strike. Taxi drivers may stage "go-slow" protests by deliberately driving at very low speeds or parking vehicles on busy streets, causing traffic congestion. Increased demand for alternative transport is likely in the affected areas.

Police will almost certainly deploy to monitor related protest activities. Clashes have occurred in the past between police and protesting taxi drivers in Colombia; similar confrontations are possible, especially if police attempt to clear any road blockades.

Advice

Plan accordingly for transport disruptions and allow additional travel time. Monitor trusted local sources for updates on rallies and related disruptions, as organizers may not announce time or location details in advance. Avoid all demonstrations as a routine security precaution. Do not attempt to cross protester-erected roadblocks.