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Papua (see Advisory) Political tensions and violent incidents have increased since October 2011. In some cases, foreigners and foreign businesses have been targeted. In May 2012, a foreign tourist was shot in Jayapura without apparent motive. A series of random attacks causing casualties followed. A sharp increase in violent incidents was reported in June 2012. […]

EGYPT – Exercise a high degree of caution There is no nationwide advisory in effect for Egypt. However, you should exercise a high degree of caution due to the unpredictable security situation and continued demonstrations throughout the country. For security reasons, the Embassy of Canada in Cairo will be closed until further notice. Regional Advisory […]

LIBYA – AVOID NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against non-essential travel to Libya due to the fragile political situation. Regional Advisory for Benghazi, Bani Walid and the regions of Sabha and Kufra Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against all travel to Benghazi, Bani Walid and the regions of Sabha […]

Terror threat looms over Delhi By Neeraj Chauhan, TNN | Jan 24, 2013, 02.25 AM IST NEW DELHI: Pakistan-based terror outfits plan to carry out strikes on Republic Day to avenge the execution of Ajmal Kasab. TOI on Wednesday accessed an Intelligence Bureau input that says Lashkar-e-Taiba ( LeT), al-Qaida and Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan have jointly […]

From Hungarian Embassy in Jakarta: Methanol Poisoning in Indonesia ? Precaution Suggested There have been several cases of poisoning in Indonesia from alcoholic drinks adulterated with harmful substances, particularly methanol. Locals and foreigners have died or have become seriously ill mostly in the islands of Bali and Lombok. Cases have usually involved local spirits (such […]

SUDAN – AVOID ALL TRAVEL Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against all travel to Sudan. The security situation in parts of the country is highly unstable due to high levels of violent crime and armed conflict. http://travel.gc.ca/destinations/sudan