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Bangladesh Travel Warning

On March 2, 2009, the U.S. Department of State issued the following travel Alert :

 This Travel Alert is being issued to alert U.S. citizens of safety concerns in Bangladesh in the aftermath of the recent attempted mutiny by some members of the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR), a paramilitary organization responsible for border security.  This Travel Alert urges American citizens to consider carefully the risks of travel to Bangladesh at this time.

On February 25-26, mutineers seized control of BDR Headquarters in Dhaka and killed dozens of senior army officers as well as family members and others.  The security situation remains unsettled as new information surfaces regarding the atrocities committed by mutineers.  The Army, in cooperation with police, also has launched a nationwide operation to search for escaped mutineers.  This search may disrupt public transportation and inconvenience the traveling public until mutineers have been apprehended.

The Department of State advises all U.S. citizens to exercise caution and avoid unnecessary travel in and around Bangladesh.  U.S. citizens are reminded that even gatherings intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence quickly and unexpectedly.  The U.S. Embassy continues to monitor the situation.  

U.S. citizens are urged to monitor the local media for updates and contact the U.S. Embassy if they have any security-related questions.  English language local news is available on the following channels at the following times:

ATN - 1800
Bangla Vision - 2105
BTV - 2200
BTV - 2330 (also broadcasts by all local satellite stations: ATN, Channel I, NTV, RTV, Bangla Vision, and Boishaki) 

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This Public Announcement is being issued on January 12, 2007, to alert American citizens that the Caretaker Government declared a State of Emergency in Bangladesh. An initial curfew has been lifted, but a new curfew could be reinstated at any time. The Department of State is concerned about the fluid security situation in Bangladesh and strongly urges U.S. citizens to avoid travel to the country. This Public Announcement supersedes the Public Announcement for Bangladesh dated November 8, 2006, and expires on April 12, 2007.

On January 11, 2007, President Ahmed stepped down as leader of the Caretaker Government after declaring a state of emergency. Elections previously scheduled for January 22 have been postponed indefinitely. Because the political and security situation throughout Bangladesh remains fluid, the Department of State strongly urges U.S. citizens to avoid travel to the country. An initial curfew has been lifted, but a new curfew could be reinstated at any time. There is the potential for American citizens to become caught up in demonstrations or other situations which do not directly target them. The Embassy expects the situation throughout Bangladesh to remain uncertain during implementation of the state of emergency.

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In late October 2006, political violence erupted in Dhaka and provincial cities, killing approximately 40 people and wounding several hundred. The political opposition successfully shut down the country's major port in Chittagong, border entry points from India, and major highways leading to Dhaka and Chittagong. All modes of transportation, including rail and river, were temporarily disrupted.

The Embassy advises all Americans traveling or residing in Bangladesh to keep abreast of developments, remain vigilant, and avoid large crowds and political demonstrations. U.S. citizens can expect a more robust presence of security forces, including the airport. A curfew would limit the ability to travel, and travelers should plan accordingly. Media controls are currently in place and political activity, including criticism of the government, is prohibited.

U.S. citizens who must travel to Bangladesh despite this warning should consult the Department of State's Consular Information Sheet for Bangladesh, the current Worldwide Caution Public Announcement, and the Middle East and North Africa Public Announcement, which are available via the Internet at http://travel.state.gov. American citizens may obtain up-to-date information on security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada, and (202)501-4444 from overseas.

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U.S. citizens visiting or residing in Bangladesh are encouraged to register with the U.S. Embassy, where they may obtain updated information on travel and security within Bangladesh. Security updates are e-mailed to all registered Americans with an e-mail address. Registration is done on-line and can be done in advance of travel at https://travelregistration.state.gov/ibrs/. Information on registering can also be found at the Embassy website: http://dhaka.usembassy.gov or at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/registration/registration_1186.html.  
During normal business hours American citizens may call the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka at (880-2) 882-3805; for after-hours emergencies call (880-2) 885-5500, dial "0" and ask for the duty officer. The fax number of the consular section is (880-2) 882-4449. The U.S. Embassy is located in the diplomatic enclave north of downtown Dhaka, at Madani Avenue, Baridhara, Dhaka 1212. The Embassy's workweek is Sunday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The American Citizens Services (ACS) unit is open to the public from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Sunday through Thursday, except for American and most local holidays.
 

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Massive security at Asian summit in Thailand October 22, 2009
Thailand has mounted one of its biggest security operations in recent history with more than 36,000 military and police to prevent anti-government demonstrators from overrunning a summit of Asian leaders, an official spokesman said Thursday.

H1N1 flu cases pass 500 in Australia, state's alert level raised June 3, 2009
East Asia / Pacific - Australia  Australia raised the H1N1 flu alert level in the worst hit state of Victoria on Wednesday and warned more areas would follow as the national total topped 500.

Mexico increases airport security after robberies March 3, 2009
Americas - Mexico  More than 800 federal and local police have been assigned to improve security in and around Mexico City's international airport after a series of armed robberies against travelers who exchanged money there, authorities announced Monday.

College students warned about Mexico travel February 26, 2009
PHOENIX - The U.S. State Department and universities around the country are warning college students headed for Mexico for some spring-break partying of a surge in drug-related murder and mayhem south of the border.

Accident in Buffalo claims 50 lives February 13, 2009
A Colgan Air-operated Continental Connection flight from Newark, N.J., to Buffalo, N.Y., went down about six miles from its destination airport Wednesday night, killing all 49 aboard and at least one person on the ground. An FAA spokeswoman said there was no distress call before the Bombardier Q400 dropped off the radar. Colgan Air is a subsidiary of Pinnacle Airlines. Continental Airlines Chairman and CEO Larry Kellner said, "Continental extends its deepest sympathy to the family members and loved ones of those involved in this accident." Bloomberg (2/13)

Vietnam bird flu outbreak widens: reports February 6, 2009
The H5N1 strain of bird flu has been reported in more localities across Vietnam, raising fears of a possible epidemic, official and media reports said Friday.

Is China Covering up a New Bird Flu Epidemic? February 3, 2009
Certainly there seems to be very strong evidence it is. There have already been eight reported cases of humans contracting the potential deadly H5N1 virus, from which five people have died this year. And despite the fact that Hong Kong officials have been finding dead birds infected with the virus washing up onto its shores in recent days from the mainland, China has not made any official statement concerning an outbreak among birds.
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Thailand To Send 190 Hmong Refugees Back To Laos February 2, 2009
Thailandnews.net -- seeking political asylum claiming they face persecution at home, because they fought alongside U.S. forces during the Vietnam War. "Today we will send 190 Hmong back to. . .

East Asia / Pacific - Japan
Japan rocked by major earthquake July 16, 2007
An earthquake has struck central Japan, killing at least seven people, flattening buildings and triggering a fire at a nuclear power plant. Hundreds of people were injured when the 6.8-magnitude tremor struck the Niigata area.

East Asia / Pacific - Japan
Ban on liquids expanded for all international flights Feb. 26, 2007
Tokyo, Japan: In a move aimed at further thwarting terrorist attacks, passengers on all international flights will be prohibited from bringing aboard liquids in containers larger than 100 milliliters starting Thursday

South / Central Asia - Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan Earthquake Preparedness Feb. 13, 2007
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan: The U.S. Embassy in Kyrgyzstan would like to remind American Citizens that Kyrgyzstan is located in a seismically-active zone.

Sub-Saharan Africa - Tanzania
Deadly fever spreads from Kenya to Tanzania Feb. 5, 2007
Dar es Salaam - Rift Valley fever, which has swept across Kenya, has spread to neighbouring Tanzania,

Europe - Russia Feb. 5, 2007
Registration Rules Stir Up Confusion
Moscow, Russia: According to a new law that came into effect Jan. 15, foreigners are now required to hand over their registration papers to migration officials -- via their employer or other sponsor -- every time they leave the country and re-register upon subsequent entry into the country.

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Floods bring Jakarta to a halt Feb. 2, 2007
Indonesia - Jakerta: Large swathes of greater Jakarta ground to a halt yesterday after the heaviest rain in at least five years left many areas of the Indonesian capital several metres underwater.

BA running normal flight schedule
Europe - United Kingdom  British Airways is running flights as normal from Heathrow and Gatwick after averting a strike by cabin crew. 

Thai airport hit by runway cracks 1/29/07
Bangkok - Thailand's transport ministry is to recommend some domestic flights be transferred from Bangkok's new airport to the decommissioned old one.

Islamabad Marriott Hotel Attack
Pakistan - It was reported that on January 26, 2007, at approximately 2:37 p.m. local time, a bomb exploded at the back area of the Marriott Hotel in Islamabad, Pakistan.