Welcome to Looking Forward, our selection of global events scheduled to happen this week.
Africa
Chad | Protest to express freedom and demand good governance called in N’Djamena from September 21 to 24
From September 21-24, a protest has been called in N’Djamena. The protest march will take place near Place de la Nation. The protest is called upon by the Wakit Tamma Citizen Action Coalition to express freedom and demand good governance.
Malawi | Professional Drivers Union to hold a nationwide strike on September 19
On September 19, the Professional Drivers Union of Malawi will hold a nationwide strike. The strike will be held to demand an increase in truck drivers’ salaries. Previous truck driver’s strikes affected primary roads in and out of major cities.
Malawi | HRA and the CCTV expected to stage a protest in Lilongwe, Central Region on September 21
On September 21, the Human Rights Ambassadors (HRA) and the Concerned Citizens Timely Voice (CCTV) will reportedly stage a protest in Lilongwe, Central Region. No exact location of the incident, which will take place at 9 am local time, has been reported. The protesters will demonstrate against the high cost of living, fuel shortages, and economic difficulties.
Malawi | “Free Musa Parade” to take place in Blantyre, Southern Region on September 23
On September 23, a “Free Musa Parade” will take place in Blantyre, Southern Region. The demonstration will begin at 9 am local time and the protesters will reportedly deliver a petition to the Blantyre District Council.
Still ongoing
Burkina Faso | Curfew extended in the Sahel region till October 6
Burkina Faso | Curfew for Est Region extended from August 25 to November 24
Senegal | AAHU And Gusseum to go on nationwide strike from September 3 to December 31
Togo | State of emergency extended in the Savanes region until March 2023
Americas
Argentina | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Buenos Aires on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Buenos Aires. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The march will begin at Plaza de Mayo at 5 pm local time and will end at the Congreso de la Nación.
Bahamas | Hurricane alert issued as Tropical Storm Fiona expected to hit country’s southern end
On September 20, Tropical Storm ‘Fiona’ is expected to hit the far southern end of the country. A hurricane alert was issued, and rains and flooding are expected.
Dominican Republic – Haiti – Turks and Caicos Islands (United Kingdom) | Tropical Storm Fiona expected to hit the region
On September 19, Tropical Storm ‘Fiona’ is expected to hit the region with a threat of heavy rains.
Peru | Inca Manco Cápac International Airport (JUL) to suspend flight operations from September 19 to October 5
From September 19 to October 5 11, Inca Manco Cápac International Airport (JUL) will suspend flight operations due to maintenance work in the landing area. This is the third time the airport has suspended operations in 2022.
Puerto Rico (United States) | Flash flood warnings issued for multiple parts of the country
On September 18 and 19, flash flood warnings have been issued for multiple parts of Puerto Rico. According to the United States’ National Weather Service:
– Warnings will remain in place until 12:45 am (on September 19) local time in Yauco, Sabana Grande, and Guanica.
– Warnings will remain in place until 1 am (on September 19) in Arecibo, Vega Baja, and Manati.
– Warnings have also been issued for the San Felipe and Mosquito sectors in Salinas.
United States | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Orange, California on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Orange, California. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held in front of Orange City Hall on 300 East Chapman Avenue at 4 pm local time.
United States | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Irvine, California on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Irvine, California. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held at the intersection of Culver Drive and Alton Parkway at 10 am local time.
United States | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Washington, District of Columbia on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Washington, District of Columbia. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held at Union Square in front of the Capitol Building at 3 pm local time.
United States | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held Love Park at 12 pm local time.
United States | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in New York City, New York on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in New York City, New York. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held at Foley Square at 2 pm local time.
United States | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Los Angeles, California on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Los Angeles, California. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held at City Hall at 12 pm local time.
United States | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Denver, Colorado on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Denver, Colorado. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held at Liberty Park at 3:45 pm local time.
United States | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Cleveland, Ohio on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Cleveland, Ohio. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held in front of the Cuyahoga County Administrative Headquarters at 4 pm local time.
United States | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Chicago, Illinois on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Chicago, Illinois. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held at Pritzker Park at 11 am local time.
United States | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Las Vegas, Nevada on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held in front of the Las Vegas Federal Courthouse at 6 pm local time.
Still ongoing
Ecuador | State of exception extended in Guayaquil, Durán and Samborondón until October 14
Mexico | Face mask mandate extended in transport and health sectors in Jalisco until end of October
Peru | State of Emergency to combat crime extended for 45 days in Lima Metropolitana and Callao, Lima
Peru | COVID-19 state of emergency extended until September 30
Peru | No flights allowed from 2 am to 5 am at Jorge Chávez (LIM) due to maintenance works, from August 29 to October 29
United States | 5 Metro stations to be closed for works in Alexandria, Virginia between September 10 and October 22
United States | UN General Assembly to take place in New York City, New York between September 13-27
Asia Pacific
China | COVID restrictions to be gradually relaxed in Chengdu, Sichuan on September 19
On September 19, COVID restrictions will be gradually relaxed in Chengdu, Sichuan. The policy change will take effect at midnight local time. Public transportation, work, public venues, and schools will gradually resume, with regular testing being required for entry to such venues.
Japan | Heavy rainfall forecast, due to typhoon Nanmadol, in parts of Hokkaido
On September 19 and 20, heavy rainfall has been forecast, due to typhoon Nanmadol, in parts of Hokkaido. Heavy rainfall is expected to intensify after 6 pm local time in Sapporo, Wakkanai, and other parts of Hokkaido.
Japan | Level 5 alert issued, due to typhoon Nanmadol, for 530,000 people in Kagoshima, Miyazaki, Oita, Kumamoto, and Yamaguchi
As of 8 am local time on September 19, a level 5 alert has been issued due to typhoon Nanmadol in Kagoshima, Miyazaki, Oita, Kumamoto, and Yamaguchi. According to local government officials, the alert has been issued for about 205,000 people in 4 cities in Kagoshima Prefecture; more than 183,000 people in 4 cities, 10 towns, and 2 villages in Miyazaki Prefecture; nearly 123,000 people in 3 cities in Oita Prefecture; 1 village in Kumamoto Prefecture and 1 city in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Japan | Shinkansen services to be affected due to Typhoon Nanmadol on September 18-19
On September 18-19, Shinkansen services will be affected due to Typhoon Nanmadol.
– On September 18, from 6.30 am local time Kyushu Shinkansen will be suspended from the first train to Kagoshima Chuo Station all day long. From around 12 noon local time, services between Hakata Station and Kumamoto Station will be suspended.
– On September 19, Sanyo Shinkansen may stop operating from the first train between Hiroshima Station and Hakata Station. Tokaido Shinkansen may stop operating in some sections from the evening local time.
Japan – South Korea – United States | US Vice President scheduled to visit Japan and South Korea from September 25 to 29
From September 25 to 29, US Vice President Kalama Harris is scheduled to visit Japan and South Korea. On September 27, the US delegation will attend the State Funeral of former Prime Minister Abe Shinzo and will meet senior government officials in Tokyo. On September 29, US Vice President will meet with South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, in Seoul, to discuss ways to strengthen South Korea-US relations, North Korea, economic security, and key regional and international issues.
New Zealand | Heavy rainfall forecast, between September 19 and 21, in Northland, Bay of Plenty, and Mount Taranaki
Between September 19 and 21, heavy rainfall has been forecast in Northland, Bay of Plenty, and Mount Taranaki. The MetService has announced heavy rain watches in these areas.
Philippines | Airport operations suspended due to lightning red alert at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
On September 19, airport operations were suspended due to a lightning red alert at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). The alert was issued at 1:27 pm local time.
South Korea | 66 flights cancelled at 9 airports, 160 ferry services cancelled, power supply disrupted due to effects of typhoon Nanmadol in southeastern parts
On September 19, 66 flights were cancelled at 9 airports, including 23 at Gimpo International Airport (GMP) and 23 at Gimhae International Airport (PUS), and 160 ferry services on 101 domestic routes were also cancelled due to the effects of typhoon Nanmadol in the southeastern parts of South Korea. Earlier, on the intervening night of September 18 and 19, power outages were reported in parts of Busan and Ulsan. At least 772 people were evacuated from 620 households in southern parts of North Gyeongsang Province, Busan, and other areas.
South Korea | Large-scale rally for climate justice expected to be held in Seoul on September 24
On September 24, a large-scale rally for climate justice is expected to be held in Seoul. The rally is scheduled to take place in the area between Sungnyemun and City Hall. Between 20,000 and 50,000 participants are expected to attend.
Still ongoing
China | Several stations on Rail Transit Line 3 to be suspended due to construction in Changchun, Jilin from September 15 to October 14
Myanmar | Junta administration imposes night-time curfew, until October 30, in Kawkareik, Kayin
New Zealand | Voting for local government elections underway from September 16 until October 8
Pakistan | Nawabshah Airport (WNS) to remain closed due to flooding till September 25
Philippines | State of calamity due to COVID-19 extended till December 31
Thailand | Heavy rainfall forecast in most parts of the country between September 17 and 21
Tonga | Government extends public health emergency until September 26; night-time curfew reduced to 4 hours
Europe
Austria | Multiple Global Climate Strike protests to be held on September 23
On September 23, several Global Climate Strike protests will be held in Austria:
– In Vienna, a protest will be held at 1 pm local time at Vienna-Mitte station.
– In Klagenfurt, a protest will be held at 12 pm local time at Dr Arthur-Lemisch Platz.
– In Graz, a protest will be held at 9 am local time at Mariahilferplatz.
– In Innsbruck, a protest will be held at 12:30 pm local time at Marktplatz.
– In Salzburg, a protest will be held at 3 pm local time at the central station.
– In Linz, a protest will be held at 12 pm local time at Landhaus.
– In St. Pölten, a protest will be held at 1:30 pm local time at the central station square.
Belgium | STIB warns of disruption due to demonstration in Brussels on September 21
On September 21, the Brussels Intercommunal Transport Company (STIB) has warned of disruptions due to a demonstration in Brussels. Buses, trams and metros will be affected starting at 6 am local time.
Bosnia and Herzegovina | Military exercise “Combined Effort 22” to take place near Banja Luka, Republika Srpska from September 19 to 23
From September 19 to 23, a military exercise “Combined Effort 22” will take place near Banja Luka, Republika Srpska. Members of the Battalion Group of Light Infantry of the Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina will conduct the exercise on the training ground “Manjača”. The purpose of the exercise is to make forces be fully interoperable and trained to operate in accordance with NATO procedures and standards.
Croatia | Protest of medical practitioners to be held in Zagreb on September 24
On September 24, a protest will be held in Zagreb. The protest is organised by the Young Doctors Initiative. The demonstrations will be staged in front of the Ministry of Health demanding healthcare system reforms and improving the rights of doctors.
France | Fridays for Future protest to be held in Tulle, Occitania on September 23
On September 23, a Fridays for Future protest is to be held in Tulle, Occitania. The protest will start at the Place Martial Brigouleix at 9 am local time.
France | Youth for Climate protest to be held in Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine on September 23
On September 23, a Youth for Climate protest will be held in Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The protest will take place at the Place de la Victoire at 5:30 pm local time.
France | Climate activists rally to be held in Paris, Île-de-France on September 25
On September 25, a rally will be held in Paris, Île-de-France. The rally will be staged by Youth for Climate. The rally will take place at Place du Panthéon at 2 pm local time.
France | Healthcare sector workers protest to be held nationwide on September 22 and 29
On September 22 and 29, protests by healthcare sector workers will be held nationwide. The protest will be staged by the CGT union for all workers in the health care sector to better working conditions, wages, equal pay, and retirement at the age of 60.
Germany | Fridays for Future protest to be held in Ludwigslust, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
On September 23, a Fridays for Future protest is to be held in Ludwigslust, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The protest will start on the Schloßstraße at 8 am local time.
Germany | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Dresden, Saxony on September 23
On September 23, a Global Climate Strike protest is to be held in Dresden, Saxony. The protest will start at Cockerwiese, between Straßburgerplatz and HygieneMuseum, at 1:30 pm local time.
Germany | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Hamburg on September 23
On September 23, a Global Climate Strike protest is to be held in Hamburg. The protest will start at Willy-Brandt-Straße at 2 pm local time.
Germany | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg on September 23
On September 23, a Global Climate Strike protest is to be held in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg. The protest will take place at Citypark at 11:30 am local time.
Germany | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Hildesheim, Lower Saxony on September 23
On September 23, a Global Climate Strike protest is to be held in Hildesheim, Lower Saxony. The protest will take place in the central station at 2 pm local time.
Germany | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Frankfurt, Hesse on September 23
On September 23, a Global Climate Strike protest is to be held in Frankfurt, Hesse. The protest will take place at Bockenheimer Warte at 12 pm local time.
Germany | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Munich, Bayern on September 23
On September 23, a Global Climate Strike protest is to be held in Munich, Bayern. The protest will take place on Königsplatz at 12 pm local time.
Italy | Trenitalia-TPER employees to go on strike across the country on September 18-19
On September 18-19, Trenitalia-TPER employees will go on strike across the country. The strike will start at 3:31 am and will last until 2:30 am local time. The strike will occur in Emilia Romagna, Lombardia, Marche, Toscana and Veneto.
Italy | Multiple Global Climate Strike protests to be held on September 23
On September 23, several Global Climate Strike protests will be held in Italy.
– In Chieti, a protest will be held at 9 am local time at Piazza Garibaldi.
– In Perugia, a protest will be held at 9 am local time at Piazza Grimana.
– In Pesaro, a protest will be held at 8:30 am local time at Piazzale della Libertà.
– In Forlì, a protest will be held at 9 am local time at Piazzale della Vittoria.
– In Pisa, a protest will be held at 9 am local time at Piazza Domenico Guerrazzi.
– In Pavia, a protest will be held at 9 am local time at Piazza Castello.
– In Piacenza, a protest will be held at 9 am local time in front of the Liceo Respighi.
– In Verona, a protest will be held at 9:30 am local time at Piazza dell’Arsenale.
– In Rome, a protest will be held at 9:30 am local time at Piazza della Repubblica.
– In Torremaggiore, a protest will be held at 12 pm local time in front of the town hall.
– In Lecce, a protest will be held at 10 am local time at Piazza Sant’Oronzo.
– In Siena, a protest will be held at 10 am local time at Croce del Travaglio.
– In Brescia, a protest will be held at 9 am local time at Piazzale Arnaldo.
Italy | Globate Clime Strike protest to be held in Gorizia, Friuli-Venezia Giulia on September 23
On September 23, a Globate Climate Strike protest will be held in Gorizia, Friuli-Venezia Giulia. The protest will start at 10:00 am local time in Parco della Rimembranza and it will end at 2:15 pm local time in Piazza Sant’Antonio.
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.
Italy | Early elections to be held on September 25
On September 25, Italy will hold its early elections due to the resignation of Prime Minister Mario Draghi. The Council of Ministers agreed to this date after Italian President Sergio Mattarella signed the decree dissolving the two seats of the Parliament.
Kosovo | UCCK health workers to protest in Pristina, on September 21
On September 21, a protest will be held in Pristina. The health workers of the University Clinical Center of Kosovo (UCCK) are staging the protest in demand of a 50% salary increase. The protest is scheduled to take place in front of the Emergency Unit of the UCCK at 10:30 am local time.
Spain | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Granada, Andalusia on September 23
On September 23, a Global Climate Strike protest will be held in Granada, Andalusia. The protest will start at 5:30 pm local time in front of the city hall.
Spain | Metal de Álava workers to go on strike in Álava, Basque Country from September 21 to 23
From September 21 to 23, a strike will be held in Basque Country. The strike will be staged by Metal de Álava workers supported by ELA, CCOO, LAB, USO, ESK, and CGT unions for a reduction in working hours.
Spain | Rally to be held in Donostia-San Sebastián, Basque Country on September 24
On September 24, a rally will be held in Donostia-San Sebastián, Basque Country. The rally will be staged by ‘La Plataforma Afectados por Geroa’. The rally will start at the Boulevard Zumardia at 11:30 am local time.
Spain | Akhfennir commemoration protest to be held in Madrid on September 20
On September 20, an Akhfennir commemoration protest will be held in Madrid. The protest will occur in front of the Moroccan Embassy. Details about the protest are forthcoming.
Spain | Demonstration to be held in Ferrol, Galicia on September 24
On September 24, a demonstration will be held in Ferrol, Galicia. The demonstration will be staged by Plataforma por un Transporte Digno to demand improvements in transport. The demonstration will start from the FIMO fairground to Cambre at 11 am local time.
Spain | Demonstration to be held in Madrid on September 24
On September 24, a demonstration will be held in Madrid. The protest will be staged by CSIF for all public and private sector workers against social degradation and economic uncertainty. The demonstration will start at Congreso de los Diputados at around 12 pm local time and will finish at Plaza de Colón.
Switzerland | Multiple Global Climate Strike protests to be held on September 23
On September 23, several Global Climate Strike protests will be held in Switzerland:
– In Baden, a protest will be held at 4 pm local time at Unterer Bahnhofplatz.
– In Bern, a protest will be held at 6 pm local time at Waisenhausplatz.
– In Basel, a protest will be held at 5 pm local time at De Wette Park.
– In Luzern, a protest will be held at 6:30 pm local time at Theaterplatz.
– In St.Gallen, a protest will be held at 5:30 pm local time Vadian Denkmal in der Marktgasse.
– In Zürich, a protest will be held at 5:30 pm local time at Bürkliplatz.
United Kingdom | Flight disruptions due to Queen’s funeral at Heathrow Airport (LHR) on September 19
On September 19, flight disruptions due to Queen’s funeral are expected at Heathrow Airport (LHR). Flights will be cancelled or delayed as a mark of respect, there will be no aircraft movement from 11:40 am to 12:10 pm local time to avoid noise during the funeral.
United Kingdom | Travel disruptions expected during mourning period for Queen Elizabeth in London, England
Till September 19, travel disruptions are expected during mourning period for Queen Elizabeth in London, England. Several road closures are in place around Buckingham Palace, Westminster, and Central London. On September 19, Westminster station will be interchange only and St James’s Park and Hyde Park Corner stations will be closed. Services between Paddington and Abbey Wood will run for an extra hour in the evening.
United Kingdom | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Doncaster, England on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Doncaster, England. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held outside the Civic Office at 1 pm local time.
United Kingdom | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Edinburgh, Scotland on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Edinburgh, Scotland. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held outside the Scottish Parliament at 11 am local time.
United Kingdom | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Liverpool, England on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Liverpool, England. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held outside the Town Hall at 12 pm local time.
United Kingdom | Global Climate Strike protest to be held in Oxford, England on September 23
On September 23, a climate protest will be held in Oxford, England. The demonstration will be a part of the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future. The demonstration will be held at Bonn Square at 11 am local time.
Still ongoing
Belgium | Antwerp Airport (ANR) to be closed between September and October.
Germany | Extinction Rebellion climate activists planning to hold demonstrations, from September 17 to 20, in Berlin
Italy | Ban on non hygienic/domestic water use in Lucca, Tuscany due to drought, until September 30
Kazakhstan | Restrictions on grain, wheat, and flour exports from July 8 until September 30
Ukraine | Curfew extended in Kyiv Oblast until September 25
Middle-East & North Africa
Iraq | Power supply to be disrupted for 5 hours, due to maintenance work, in Soran, Erbil, on September 19
On September 19, the power supply will be disrupted, due to maintenance work, in Soran, Erbil. According to the Soran Electricity Distribution Directorate, the power supply will be cut off from 8 am to 1 pm local time.
Lebanon | Banks to be closed in the country due to security concerns on September 19-21
On September 19-21, banks will be closed. The decision was announced by the Association of Banks in Lebanon following episodes during which depositors stormed banking institutions across the country to demand their funds.
Tunisia | Union of Individual Taxi to hold a strike in Tunis on September 21
On September 21, the Tunisian Union of Individual Taxi will reportedly hold a strike in Tunis, Tunis Governorate. Protests are planned to occur at all stations, and roads, in front of the Ministry of Transportation, and union offices. The union is demanding an increase in tariffs, easier access to bank loans, a review of car prices, and the legalization of taxi applications.
Tunisia | Public transportation strike expected to be held in Kébili on September 21
On September 21, a public transportation strike is expected to be held in Kébili. The call to strike comes against the non-implementation of the agreements signed with the supervisory authorities. The strike will go ahead if no agreement is reached in the next few days.
Still ongoing
Belarus – Russia – Turkey – Ukraine | Turkish Airlines (THY) extended suspension of flights to/from Yekaterinburg, Minsk, Sochi, Rostov, and Ukraine till October 31
Morocco | Authorities extend state of emergency following increase in COVID-19 cases, until September 30
Turkey | Regional authorities impose 15-day ban on public demonstrations and marches in Sirnak
Yemen – Djibouti | Daily flights between Sanaa (SAH) and Djibouti (JIB) to be operated from September 1 – October 31