Greece: Unionized workers to strike nationwide and protest in Athens 10:30 April 17

Unionized workers affiliated with the General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE) and the Civil Servants' Confederation (ADEDY) will strike nationwide on April 17; striking workers will protest in Greece's major cities. The main rally will occur in Athens, from 10:30 in Syntagma Square. Participants will demand increased salaries, measures to avoid profiteering, and the reinstatement of Collective Labor Agreements. The strike will impact multiple sectors, including telecommunications, transport, hospitality, manufacturing, and logistics. Maritime transport will reportedly be impacted directly for 24 hours from 00:01 April 17.

Authorities will likely deploy increased security near protest sites. Transport and business disruptions are likely nationwide through April 17. Road travel disruptions are likely near protest sites. Occasional confrontations between law enforcement officers and participants might occur.