Argentina: General Strike on October 30 and Bus Strike in Greater Buenos Aires on October 31
Key Points:
•On Wednesday, October 30, from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m., a 24-hour general strike will be held nationwide by transportation unions. A customs strike at airports is also anticipated.
•On Thursday, October 31, the bus union has called for a strike affecting bus services in the Greater Buenos Aires area (AMBA).
•Significant disruptions to public transportation, logistics, and daily life are expected. Travelers and residents should prepare accordingly.
Details and Precautions:
1.Overview and Suggested Measures
•(1) According to reports, transportation unions across Argentina are calling for a general strike on October 30, from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. This will likely disrupt national airline services, trains, subways, and ferries. Ground handling services at some airports may also be suspended, affecting passenger and luggage support. Expect extensive disruptions across public transport.
•(2) Logistics unions will also join this general strike, which could lead to delays in goods transportation and temporary shortages of daily essentials at supermarkets.
•(3) Customs officers at airports are also planning a full work stoppage on October 30, potentially impacting international travelers.
•(4) On October 31 (Thursday), the bus union has announced a strike specifically affecting bus services within the Greater Buenos Aires metropolitan area (AMBA).
•(5) Even in sectors not directly participating in the strike, there may be secondary effects, such as businesses closing due to employee absences. Households are advised to prepare by stocking essential supplies and considering alternative arrangements for daily needs.
For more information on developments, please stay updated with local news and plan for potential changes in public transportation and availability of goods.
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