30 Jul 2018 | 11:01 AM UTC
Argentina: Teacher strikes July 30-31
48-hour teacher strikes July 30-31 in various provinces; school closures and protests possible
Event
Teachers in various parts of Argentina are holding a 48-hour strike on Monday, July 30, and Tuesday, July 31. The strike may result in some school closures, including in the provinces of Buenos Aires, Chaco, Corrientes, Tierra del Fuego, and Santa Cruz. Street protests are also possible.
Context
Sociopolitical tensions are high in Argentina and protests are regularly
organized to denounce policies and reforms implemented by the
conservative government of President Mauricio Macri. Numerous teacher
strikes have taken place in recent years, notably in the province of
Buenos Aires.
Advice
Individuals in Argentina are advised to avoid all protests as a precaution.
