The Tunisian General Labour Union has announced that it will hold a nationwide strike on January 21, marking a significant escalation in its confrontation with President Kais Saied. The move comes as the union denounces restrictions on union rights and demands a resumption of wage negotiations, reflecting growing frustration within key public sectors. The announcement underscores rising political and economic tensions as discontent spreads across the country. The union’s call for action introduces new pressure on a government already grappling with limited financial resources and strained public services. The planned walkout is expected to disrupt essential sectors and intensify fears of wider social unrest amid mounting public dissatisfaction.

Full report : Tunisia’s main union calls nationwide strike as president’s crackdown escalates.