Interregional Trade Union Council Backs General Strike Across San Marino, Emilia Romagna, and Marche on September 22nd

CSIR Declares Support for Regional General Strike

The Interregional Trade Union Council (CSIR), representing workers in San Marino, Emilia Romagna, and Marche, has formally declared its full support for a general strike slated for Monday, September 22, 2025. This endorsement aligns with a broader nationwide strike initiated by several prominent Italian trade unions, which is expected to cause widespread disruption across both public and private sectors in Italy, including the regions bordering San Marino. The CSIR for San Marino, Emilia Romagna, and Marche was established in 1995, serving as a coordinating body for regional trade union organizations.

Reasons Behind the Industrial Action

The general strike on September 22nd has been called by several of Italy's largest trade unions, including the Unione Sindacale di Base (USB), Confederazione Unitaria di Base (CUB), Sindacato Generale di Base (SGB), and ADL Varese. The primary motivation for the strike is a demonstration of solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, condemning the ongoing conflict and expressing strong opposition to Italy's role in supplying military aid to Israel. Unions have called for Italy to cease its support for Israel with weapons, viewing the strike as a 'necessary and urgent' response to the humanitarian situation in the Palestinian territories.

Expected Disruptions Across Key Sectors

The 24-hour general strike is anticipated to significantly impact various sectors, particularly public transport, logistics, and local services. In regions such as Emilia Romagna, public transport services are expected to face considerable disruptions. Specific impacts include:

• Rail services: Major disruptions are expected for both regional and intercity trains, with services potentially affected before and after the main strike hours.
• Public transport: Buses, trams, subways, and taxis are likely to experience delays and cancellations in major cities.
• Ports and logistics: Port blockades and disruptions to logistics services are anticipated, with organizers stating that both workers and demonstrators will stop traffic at port gates.
• Other sectors: The strike will also affect other public and private sectors, including schools and universities.

Air travel, however, is generally expected to remain unaffected, as airports and airlines are typically exempt from such actions.

Interregional Solidarity and Broader Context

The support from the CSIR of San Marino, Emilia Romagna, and Marche underscores the interregional nature of trade union solidarity. San Marino, while an independent republic, is geographically surrounded by Italy, and its trade unions often coordinate with Italian counterparts. The International Labour Organization (ILO) office in Rome represents both Italian and San Marinese constituents, including confederal trade unions. This strike represents a significant political and social statement, aiming to exert pressure on the Italian government regarding its foreign policy and humanitarian concerns.