025-04-23: Education and transport unions in Peru are calling for a countrywide strike on 14 May. The scope of the strike and possible demonstration locations are not yet known. However, focus points to be expected include Lima, Arequipa, Cusco and Puno.
Heightened security measures as well as disruptions to traffic and public life are to be expected. Violent clashes between protesters and security forces are possible. Travellers are advised to exercise caution, to strictly avoid demonstrations, road blockades, large gatherings, and deployments of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.
