Brazil: Unionized bus workers strike in Sao Luis April 25

Bus workers affiliated with the Union of Road Transport Workers in the State of Maranhao (Sindicato dos Trabalhadores em Transportes Rodoviarios no Estado do Maranhao, STTREMA) in the Sao Luis Metropolitan Area, Maranhao State, are striking as of early April 25. The workers are demanding the payment of overdue salaries. Organizers could continue the strike in the coming days if no agreement is reached regarding their pay.

Related protests are possible, though none have been confirmed as yet. In addition to the direct impact on public transport in Sao Luis, the walkout is likely to result in increased traffic congestion and demand for taxis, app-based ride-sharing, and metro services.