Welcome to Looking Forward, our selection of global events scheduled to happen this week.
Africa
Belize – Rwanda | President of the Republic of Rwanda to visit Belize on an official visit between September 14-15
Between September 14-15, the President of the Republic of Rwanda will visit Belize on an official visit. The President will sign agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.
Liberia – Sierra Leone | Africa World Airlines (AWA) to suspend its flights to Liberia and Sierra Leone
From September 15, Africa World Airlines (AWA), a Ghanaian airline company, will suspend its flights to Liberia and Sierra Leone due to high operation costs resulting from the rising cost of jet fuel.
South Africa | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to take place in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The demonstration is scheduled at 2:00 pm local time at Hobie Beach.
South Africa | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to take place in Cape Town, Western Cape, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Cape Town, Western Cape. The demonstration is scheduled at 11:00 am local time at the Seapoint Promenade (swimming pool).
Still ongoing
Burkina Faso | Curfew for Est Region extended from August 25 to November 24
Burkina Faso | Curfew extended in the Sahel region till October 6
Mali | State of Emergency extended in Balleyara and Kollo, Tillabéri from August 19
Mali | State of Emergency extended in Diffa and departments of Tahoua and Tillabéri regions from August 3
Mali | State of Emergency extended for 3 months in Filingué, Tillabéri
Nigeria | Domestic runway to be shut for 3 months, starting from July 8, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), Lagos
Senegal | AAHU And Gusseum to go on nationwide strike from September 3 to December 31
Sudan | Doctors to go on a nationwide strike from September 11-13
Togo | State of emergency extended in the Savanes region until March 2023
Americas
Argentina | Protest to be held by state workers’ association (ATE) in Buenos Aires on September 12
On September 12, a protest will be held by the state workers’ association (ATE) in Buenos Aires. The protesters will first gather at 9:30 am local time at the Ministry of Defence before marching to the Ministry of Transport. The protest is being organised to demand the recovery of the Parana-Paraguay trunk road and the construction of the Magdalena canal among other issues.
Belize – Rwanda | President of the Republic of Rwanda to visit Belize on an official visit between September 14-15
Between September 14-15, the President of the Republic of Rwanda will visit Belize on an official visit. The President will sign agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.
Brazil | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to take place in Belém, Pará, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Belém, Pará. The demonstration is scheduled at 9 am local time in Praça da República, in front of Teatro da Paz.
Canada | World Rally for Freedom demonstration to take place in Toronto, Ontario, on September 17
On September 17, a World Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Toronto, Ontario. The demonstration is scheduled at 12:00 pm local time at Queen’s Park North.
Canada | World Rally for Freedom demonstration to take place in Ottawa, Ontario, on September 17
On September 17, a World Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Ottawa, Ontario. The demonstration is scheduled at 12:00 pm local time at Parliament Hill.
Canada | World Rally for Freedom demonstration to take place in Calgary, Alberta, on September 17
On September 17, a World Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Calgary, Alberta. The demonstration is scheduled at 1:00 pm local time at Calgary’s City Hall.
Canada | World Rally for Freedom demonstration to take place in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on September 16
On September 16, a World Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The demonstration is scheduled at 6:00 pm local time at Manitoba Legislative Building.
Chile | Workers at BHP Escondida mine to strike in Escondida, Antofagasta on September 12 and 14
On September 12 and 14, workers at the BHP Escondida copper mine will strike in Escondida, Antofagasta. Workers will hold a partial work stoppage on both September 12 and 14 and will continue with an indefinite work stoppage until a deal is reached with BHP. The strike is due to safety concerns.
Dominican Republic | Union of tourist and hotel drivers to go on strike against preventive detention of 2 drivers in Higüey, La Altagracia on September 15 and 16
On September 15 and 16, unions of tourist and hotel drivers are set to go on strike against the preventive detention of 2 drivers in Higüey, La Altagracia. It is expected that all tourist transport services will be disrupted.
Mexico | World Wide Rally for Freedom expected to take place in Mérida, Yucatán on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Mérida, Yucatán. The demonstration is scheduled from 9 to 11 am local time in Monumento a la Patria.
Mexico | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to take place in Oaxaca, Oaxaca, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Oaxaca city, Oaxaca. The demonstration is scheduled at 1 pm local time in Plaza Cruz de Piedra.
Peru | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to take place in Lima, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Lima. The demonstration is scheduled at 12 pm local time in Plaza San Martín.
Puerto Rico (United States) | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to take place in San Juan, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in San Juan. The demonstration is scheduled at 1 pm local time outside the Capitol building.
United States | Nurses at 16 hospitals to begin a 3-day strike in Minnesota on September 12
On September 12, nurses at 16 hospitals will begin a 3-day strike in Minnesota. The strike will begin at 7 am local time on September 12 and end at 7 am on September 15. The following hospitals will be affected:
– M Health Fairview Riverside, Minneapolis
– M Health Fairview Southdale, Edina
– M Health Fairview St. Joseph’s, St. Paul
– M Health Fairview St. John’s, Maplewood
– Essentia Health St. Mary’s, Duluth
– Essentia Health St. Mary’s, Superior, Wisconsin
– Essentia Health Moose Lake
– HealthPartners Methodist, St. Louis Park
– Allina Health Abbott Northwestern, Minneapolis
– Allina Health Mercy, Coon Rapids
– Allina Health United, St. Paul
– Allina Health Unity, Fridley
– Children’s Minneapolis, Minneapolis
– Children’s St. Paul, St. Paul
– North Memorial, Robbinsdale
– St. Luke’s, Duluth
Around 15,000 Minnesota nurses will participate in the strike. The strike is do demand a 30% pay hike, recognition bonuses, mental health benefits and increased security.
United States – Taiwan | Taiwanese cross-party delegation scheduled to visit Washington D.C. from September 12 to 16
From September 12 to 16, a Taiwanese cross-party delegation is scheduled to visit Washington D.C. to discuss the development of Taiwan-U.S. relations. This will be the first time that the Taiwan American Congressional Association has organized a delegation to visit the United States.
United States | Rogue Valley International Medford Airport (MFR) to close due to runway repairs on September 13-14
On September 13-14, Rogue Valley International Medford Airport (MFR) will close due to runway repairs. The closure starts at 12 pm on September 13 and runs through 9 a.m. on September 14.
United States | Protest against Roe v. Wade decision to be held in Indianapolis, Indiana on September 15
On September 15, a protest against the Roe v. Wade decision will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana. The demonstration is scheduled at 12 pm local time and will take place in front of the residence of the Indiana Governor on 4750 North Meridian Street.
United States | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to take place in San Diego, California on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in San Diego, California. The demonstration is scheduled at 11 am local time at Waterfront Park on 1600 Pacific Highway.
United States | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to take place in Olympia, Washington on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Olympia, Washington. The demonstration is scheduled at 2:00 pm local time at Washington State Capitol.
Uruguay | World Wide Rally for Freedom expected to take place in Montevideo, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Montevideo, Montevideo department. The demonstration is scheduled at 3 pm local time in Plaza de la Democracia.
Still ongoing
Argentina | General José de San Martín Airport (PSS) in Posadas, Misiones, to be closed due to maintenance works, from June 15 to September 15
Canada | Extension of current COVID-19 public health measures for travellers entering Canada until at least September 30
Ecuador | State of exception declared in Guayaquil, Guayas
Mexico | Face mask mandate extended in transport and health sectors in Jalisco until end of October
Peru | No flights allowed from 2 am to 5 am at Jorge Chávez (LIM) due to maintenance works, from August 29 to October 29
Peru | COVID-19 state of emergency extended until September 30
United States | Northbound lanes of I-5 Freeway to be closed for 5 nights for repair work, between September 8 and 15, in Castaic, California
United States | American Airways to cut a number of its scheduled flights in September and October at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Asia Pacific
Australia | Dnata ground staff to go on strike at Brisbane, Sydney, and Adelaide airports on September 12
On September 12, Dnata ground staff will go on strike at Brisbane (BNE), Sydney (SYD), and Adelaide (ADL) airports. The strike will affect passengers travelling with Qantas, Eithad, and Emirates airlines. The strike is for better pay and working conditions.
Australia | World Wide Rally For Freedom protest to take place in Melbourne, Victoria, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally For Freedom protest is to take place in Melbourne, Victoria. The protest is scheduled to be at 12:00 pm local time outside the Parliament.
Australia | World Wide Rally For Freedom protest to take place in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally For Freedom protest is to take place in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. The protest is scheduled to be at 1:00 pm local time at Coffs Harbour Jetty.
Australia | World Wide Rally For Freedom protest to take place in Canberra, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally For Freedom protest is to take place in Canberra. The protest is scheduled to be at 12:00 pm local time at the Parliament House.
Australia | World Wide Rally For Freedom protest to take place in Adelaide, South Australia
On September 17, the World Wide Rally For Freedom protest is to take place in Adelaide, South Australia. The protest is scheduled to be at 12:00 pm local time at Rundle Park.
Australia | World Wide Rally For Freedom protest set for Cairns, Queensland and Perth, Western Australia
On September 17, World Wide Rally For Freedom protest is set to take place in Cairns, Queensland and Perth, Western Australia. The protest is scheduled to take place at 11:00 am local time at Freedom Park in Cairns and at 1:00 pm in Forest Place in Perth. Similar protests are to take place in Brisbane and Sydney. The international community event is demonstrating against Coronavirus-related restrictions in cities around the world.
Australia | World Wide Rally For Freedom protest set for Brisbane, Queensland and Sydney, New South Wales
On September 17, World Wide Rally For Freedom protest is set for Brisbane, Queensland and Sydney, New South Wales. The protest is scheduled to take at the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens on Alice Street beginning at 1:00 pm local time and the Town Hall on George Street in Sydney at 12:00 pm local time. The international community event is demonstrating against Coronavirus-related restrictions in cities around the world.
China | Central Bank of China to reduce foreign exchange deposit reserve ratio by 2% from September 15
From September 15, the Central Bank of China will reduce the foreign exchange deposit reserve ratio by 2%. The foreign exchange deposit reserve ratio will be lowered from the current 8% to 6%.
India | Auto-rickshaw and taxi unions planning to go on indefinite strike from September 15, to demand fare hike, in Mumbai, Maharashtra
From September 15, the auto-rickshaw and taxi unions are planning to go on indefinite strike in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The strike has been called to demand a hike in fares.
India | Akasa Air to start flight service between Chennai (MAA) and Mumbai (BOM) on September 15
On September 15, Akasa Air will start flight service between Chennai’s Chennai International Airport (MAA) and Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM). The airline announced it will add an additional 2 aircraft each month and by the end of 2023, it will have added 18 aircraft in total.
India – China | India and China to withdraw from disputed area by September 12
On September 12, Indian and Chinese soldiers are expected to fully withdraw from a disputed area in the Ladakh region of India. The action is expected to conclude with both troops withdrawing from the Gogra-Hot Springs area in the western Himalayas. The disengagement, which comes after several rounds of talks between senior military officials, is part of efforts by New Delhi and Beijing to avoid an escalation in tension between the two nations.
Japan | World Wide Rally For Freedom protest to take place in Tokyo, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Hiroshima
From September 17 to September 19, World Wide Rally For Freedom protests are to take place in Tokyo, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Hiroshima. The protest in Tokyo will take place at the Shibuya Scramble Crossing at 2:00 pm local time on September 17. The protest will take place at the Nagoya Station East Gate at 6:30 pm local time on September 17. In Fukuoka, the protest will take place at the Fukuoka Mitsukoshi Crossing at 2:00 pm local time on September 19. In Hiroshima, the protest will take place at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park at 2:00 pm local time on September 17.
Japan | World Wide Rally For Freedom protest set for Osaka on September 18
On September 18, a World Wide Rally For Freedom protest will take place in Osaka. The protest is scheduled to take place at 2:00 pm local time at Umeda Crossing. The international community event is demonstrating against Coronavirus-related restrictions in cities around the world.
New Zealand | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to be held in Wellington on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to be held in Wellington. The demonstration is scheduled at 11 am local time outside Wellington Railway Station.
New Zealand | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to be held in Christchurch, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to be held in Christchurch. The demonstration is scheduled at 11 am local time on 31 Dundas Street, Christchurch Central City.
New Zealand | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to be held in Auckland on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to be held in Auckland. The demonstration is scheduled at 10 am local time at Aotea Square, on 291-297 Queen Street.
Pakistan | Federal employees announce protest outside parliament on September 14 in Islamabad
On September 14, federal employees will stage a protest outside parliament in Islamabad. Protesters are demanding an increase in rent, medical, and conveyance pay in addition to permanent daily wages for contracted and Adhoc employees.
Taiwan | Taiwan to resume visa-free entry for visitors from several countries from September 12
From September 12, Taiwan will resume visa-free entry for visitors from the US, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Europe and the country’s 14 diplomatic allies. 3 days of quarantine and the need for a PCR test upon arrival will remain.
Taiwan | Worldwide Rally for Freedom protest to be held in Chiayi City on September 17
On September 17, a Worldwide Rally for Freedom protest will be held in Chiayi City. The protest will be held at 2:30 pm local time at Hinoki Village.
Still ongoing
China | Chinese legislator to visit Russia, Mongolia, Nepal and South Korea from September 7 to 17
China | Military exercise to be held in the waters of the Southern Yellow Sea from September 7 to 13
India | Traffic restrictions in Shastripuram, Telangana from September 1 to November 30
India | Heavy vehicles banned during peak traffic in Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune, Maharashtra between August 27 and September 30
India | Public gatherings prohibited due to communal situation in Bishnupur and Churachandpur, Manipur till October 6
Myanmar | Junta administration imposes night-time curfew, until October 30, in Kawkareik, Kayin
Myanmar | Junta regime extends state of emergency until February 1, 2023
Nepal | Government extends import ban on select luxury goods, relaxes others until October 14
Pakistan | Nawabshah Airport (WNS) to remain closed due to flooding till September 25
South Korea | Jamsu Bridge to be closed to vehicular traffic, every Sunday from August 28 to October 30, in Seoul
Taiwan – France | French Senate delegation to visit Taiwan from September 7 to 12
Tonga | Government extends public health emergency until September 26; night-time curfew reduced to 4 hours
Vietnam | Heavy rainfall and flooding predicted, until September 12, in multiple parts of the country
Europe
Austria | Multiple demonstrations against cost of living planned across Austria on September 17
On September 17, multiple demonstrations against cost of living are planned across Austria:
– Salzburg: from Salzburg main station to Unipark Nonntal, 2 pm to 4 pm local time
– Vienna: from Schweizer Garten, Arsenalstraße to Karlsplatz, 2 pm to 4 pm
– Innsbruck, Tyrol: from Main Station to Innsbruck market square, 2 pm to 3 pm
– St. Pölten, Lower Austria: from AK Platz 1 to Rathausplatz, 2 pm to 4 pm
– Linz, Upper Austria: from Am Volksgarten 1 to Promenade No. 17, 2 pm to 4 pm
– Eisenstadt, Burgenland: from Wiener Straße 7 to pedestrian zone near Fanny-Elssler-Gasse, 2 pm to 4 pm
– Bruck an der Mur, Styria: from Bahnhofstraße to Koloman-Wallisch-Platz, 2 pm to 3 pm
– Klagenfurt, Carinthia: from Bahnhofstraße 44 to Arnulfplatz, 2 pm to 3 pm
– Bregenz, Vorarlberg: from Main station to Landhaus, 2 pm to 3 pm
Bosnia and Herzegovina | German troops to be deployed in Bosnia in mid-September, over increasing ethnic tensions
On August 16, it was reported that German troops with the European Union’s peacekeeping mission will be deployed to Bosnia and Herzegovina in mid-September. Around 30 troops in total will be deployed over concerns about increasing ethnic tensions in the Western Balkans.
Bosnia and Herzegovina | Health workers to go on a warning strike in Tuzla Canton, from September 12 to 16
From September 12 to 16, health workers will go on a warning strike in Tuzla Canton. The strike is being staged in demand of a salary increase. The waring strike will not affect patient care in medical institutions. Health workers announced a general strike if the authorities fail to meet their demands.
Denmark | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to be held in Copenhagen on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration will be held in Copenhagen. The demonstration will be held at Nytorv Square from 12 pm to 5 pm local time.
Finland | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to be held in Helsinki on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration will be held in Helsinki. The demonstration will be held in Senaatintori at 2 pm local time.
France | France TV employees to stage strike, on September 12, in Paris, Ile-de-France
On September 12, France Télévisions employees will stage a strike at the company headquarters in Paris, Ile-de-France. The strike action is being organised against the company’s closure of the national France 3 newspaper from 2023 onwards.
Germany | Extinction Rebellion climate activists planning to hold demonstrations, from September 17 to 20, in Berlin
From September 17 to 20, Extinction Rebellion climate activists are planning to hold protest actions in Berlin. The activists plan to protest against dependence on fossil fuels and demand climate protection. The details of the demonstrations are yet to be fixed.
Greece | National Confederation of Disabled Persons to protest in Athens on September 15
On September 15, the National Confederation of Disabled Persons will protest in Athens. The protest is staged against energy costs. The rally will start in front of the Ministry of Environment and Energy.
Greece | Hotel workers to stage 24-hour strike action across Attica on September 16
On September 16, hotel workers will stage a 24-hour strike action across Attica. A demonstration is scheduled at the Ministry of Labor in Athens from 10 am local time onwards. The strike and demonstration are organized by the Hotel, Tourism & Catering Union of Attica.
Ireland | Cost of living strike to be held in Cork, Munster on September 17
On September 17, a protest will be held in Cork, Munster. The protest will be staged by Cost of Living activists against rising energy prices.
Italy | Autolinee Toscane bus workers to take 4-hour strike action across Tuscany on September 16
On September 16, Autolinee Toscane bus workers will take 4-hour strike action across Tuscany. The strike is called by the the FAST Slm Confsal union. It will affect the following cities and towns:
– Florence: from 5 pm to 9 pm local time
– Prato: from 5 pm to 9 pm local time
– Pistoia: from 5 pm to 9 pm local time
– Lucca: from 5 pm to 9 pm local time
– Pisa: From 8 pm to 12 am local time
– Massa-Carrara: From 8 pm to 12 am local time
– Livorno: from 5 pm to 9 pm local time
– Arezzo, Siena and Grosseto: from 5 pm to 9 pm local time
Italy | Tper bus workers to go on strike in Bologna and Ferrara, Emilia-Romagna on September 15
On September 15, Tper bus workers will go on strike in Bologna and Ferrara, Emilia-Romagna. The strike was called by FILT CGIL, FIT CISL, UIL TRASPORTI, FAISA CISAL, and UGL FNA. The strike will start at 11:30 am and will end at 3:30 pm local time.
Italy | UGLTA and ENAV strike to be held nationwide on September 12
On September 12, a strike will be held nationwide. The strike will be staged by UGLTA and ENAV transports unions to protect air transport employees from violation of occupational health and safety protection.
Italy | Strike to be held at Milan Linate Airport (LIN) on September 12
On September 12, a strike will be held at Milan Linate Airport (LIN). The strike will be staged by MLE-BCUBE company staff. The strike will last from 12 pm to 4 pm local time.
Italy | Dock workers to take strike action in Livorno, Tuscany, from September 12-22; demonstration to be held on September 22
From September 12-22, dock workers plan to take strike action in Livorno, Tuscany. The strike is organized by the Filt-Cgil, Fit-Cisl and Uiltrasporti unions.
– From September 12-20, the strike will last 2 hours every day, and 2 assemblies
– On September 21 and 22, the strike will last the entire working day
– On September 22, a demonstration will be held in Piazza del Posto Pio in Livorno from 10 am to 12 pm local time
The strike action will also affect the Elba and Piombino ports.
Kazakhstan – China | Chinese President scheduled to visit Kazakhstan on September 14
On September 14, Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to visit Kazakhstan. This will be the first foreign trip since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
The Netherlands | Regional public transport workers to go on strike nationwide on September 16
On September 16, a strike will be held nationwide. The strike will be staged by employees in regional public transport supported by the FNV union to demand a better collective labour agreement.
Norway | World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration to be held in Oslo on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to be held in Oslo. The demonstration will be held at 2:00 pm local time in Jernbanetorget.
Poland | National March for Life and Family to be held in Warsaw on September 18
On September 18, the 17th National March for Life and Family will be held in Warsaw. According to the organizers, the march is meant to promote pro-family and pro life values. Details regarding the starting point and route of the march are forthcoming
Russia | Flights from Ufa airport (UFA) to Grozny airport (GRV) will resume on September 18
On September 18, flights from Ufa Airport (UFA) to Grozny Airport (GRV) will resume. Utair will operate flights weekly on Sundays. Flights will be able to carry up to 70 passengers.
Serbia | Several opposition parties call for protest in Belgrade on September 17
On September 17, several opposition parties called for a protest to be held in Belgrade. The protest is being staged against the government’s decision to cancel the EuroPride parade.
Serbia | World Wide Rally for Freedom expected to take place in Belgrade on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom demonstration is expected to take place in Belgrade. The demonstration is scheduled at 5:30 pm local time at Republic Square (TRG Republike).
Spain | Demonstration to be held in Madrid on September 12
On September 12, a demonstration will be held in Madrid. The demonstration will be staged by sex workers against the penalization of sex work. The demonstration will take place in front of the Congress of Deputies at around 12.30 pm local time.
Sweden | World Wide Rally for Freedom to take place in Malmö, Scania, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom is expected to take place in Malmö, Scania. The demonstration is scheduled at 1:00 pm local time in Gustav Adolfs Torg.
Sweden | World Wide Rally for Freedom to take place in Hedemora, Dalarna, on September 17
On September 17, a World Wide Rally for Freedom is expected to take place in Hedemora, Dalarna. The demonstration is scheduled at 2:00 pm local time outside Centrumgallerian.
United Kingdom | SQA workers to go on strike in Scotland on September 15 and 16
On September 15 and 16, a strike will be held by Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) workers in Scotland. The strike, supported by the Unite union, is being organised over a pay dispute.
United Kingdom | Picketing against the cost-of-living housing crisis to take place in London, England on September 15
On September 15, picketing against the cost-of-living housing crisis will be held in London, England. The picketing will take place in front of the Department for Levelling Up on 2 Marsham Street at 12 pm local time.
United Kingdom | First Cymru Buses to go on strike across Wales on September 15
On September 15, First Cymru Buses will go on strike across Wales. The strike will occur in Ammanford, Haverfordwest, Port Talbot, Bridgend and Swansea. The strike is organised by Unite Wales.
United Kingdom | Protest against trucks to be held in Ringmer, England on September 13
On September 13, a protest will be held in Ringmer, England. The protest will take place on the village green at 1 pm local time. The protest will be staged by local residents and councilors against the use of the village as a cut-through for trucks.
United Kingdom | Tramlink tram drivers to strike in London, England between September 12-14
Between September 12-14, Tramlink tram drivers will go on strike in London, England. The strike will affect the areas of Croydon, Wimbledon and Mitcham. Disruptions will begin at 12:01 am on September 12 and end at 11:59 pm on September 14. The strike is over a pay dispute.
Uzbekistan | Samarkand Airport (SKD) will close for 3 days on September 14-17
On September 14-17, Samarkand airport (SKD) will close for 3 days. No commercial passenger or cargo flights will depart or arrive at the airport due to the SCO summit held during those days.
Uzbekistan – China – Russia | Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping to meet on sidelines of SCO summit in Samarkand
On September 15-16, the Russian President, Vladimir Putin, and Chinese President, Xi Jinping, will meet on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Samarkand. The meeting was announced by the Russian Ambassador to China, Andrei Denisov.
Still ongoing
France | Public transport disruptions expected due to a strike warning in Nantes, Pays de la Loire from September 10 to December 31
Kyrgyzstan | Court extends ban on rallies in Bishkek until December 2
Latvia | Military exercise “Namejs 2022” to take place in Latvia, from September 6 to October 9
Lithuania | Authorities extend state of emergency until December 16
Moldova | ‘Yellow’ terrorist threat level extended in Transnistria until September 21
Netherlands | No train service between Lelystad and Dronten, Flevoland till September 15
Romania | Blue Air suspends all its flights out of the country until September 12
Russia | Closure of airports in the south and central parts of the country extended until September 16
Russia | ‘Yellow’ level of terrorist threat extended in Bryansk until September 21
United Kingdom | Oxford Railway Station to be closed September 10-11, 17-18 and 24-25, and October 1-2 in Oxford, England
United Kingdom | Extinction Rebellion to hold demonstrations in London from 10-12 September and 14 October
United Kingdom | All Premier League matches postponed due to Queen’s death on September 9-12
United Kingdom | Road closures to be implemented on the M6 due to maintenance work in Lancashire, England from September 7
United Kingdom | Arriva bus drivers announce strike action in Kent, England on September 5, 16, 20 and 30
Ukraine | Curfew extended in Kyiv Oblast until September 18
Middle-East & North Africa
Israel | Overnight trains to start operating from Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) to Tel Aviv from September 17
On September 17, overnight trains will start operating from Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) to Tel Aviv. Trains will be scheduled to run once an hour, in both directions, between Saturday and Wednesday nights.
Morocco – Qatar | Royal Air Maroc to resume flights between Casablanca (CMN) and Doha (DIA) from September 12
From September 12, Royal Air Maroc will resume flights between Casablanca (CMN) and Doha (DIA). The flights will operate once a day.
Qatar | Doha International Airport (DIA) to reopen from September 15
On September 15, the Doha International Airport (DIA) is set to reopen. The hub underwent refurbishing and restructuring to increase its capacity and support the Hamad International Airport (DOH) in view of the 2022 FIFA World Cup hosted in Doha.
Syria | Municipal elections scheduled for September 18
On September 18, municipal elections will be held throughout the country. The date of the local elections was decreed by the Bashar al-Assad regime. Syria has 14 provinces, some of which are controlled by armed groups that oppose the Syrian regime.
Yemen – India | Yemen Airways to resume flights to and from Mumbai (BOM) from September 18
From September 18, Yemen Airways will resume its flights to and from Mumbai International Airport (BOM). Flights will be operated every Saturday.
Still ongoing
Belarus – Russia – Turkey – Ukraine | Turkish Airlines (THY) extended suspension of flights to/from Yekaterinburg, Minsk, Sochi, Rostov, and Ukraine till October 31
Egypt | Month-long partial closure of ring road in Mariouteya, Cairo
Morocco | Authorities extend state of emergency following increase in COVID-19 cases, until September 30
Turkey | Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) to hold election rallies in September in Sivas, Bursa, Kayseri, and Erzurum
Turkey | A prohibition on demonstrations and gatherings to be enforced across Hakkari, from September 1-15