French Polynesia: Workers threaten to strike territorywide Nov. 24

Event

Several unions of public and private sector employees intend to hold a strike across French Polynesia Nov. 24. Union leaders are demanding the authorities improve working conditions, including increasing the minimum wage. The level of participation in the planned strike is unclear.

Unless averted, the work stoppage is likely to prompt business disruptions. Transport disruptions may also occur if transport workers participate in the strike. The employees may stage associated demonstrations outside government buildings, including in Pape'ete. Clashes between security personnel and protesters are possible during any related rallies.

Advice

Plan for business disruptions Nov. 24. Confirm transport arrangements. Avoid any related demonstrations as a precaution. If any violence erupts nearby, depart the area immediately and seek shelter at a safe, non-government building. Heed all official transport and security advisories.