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| Department of State Updates Travel Warning for Philippines |
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| The Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the risks of terrorist activity in the Philippines, especially in the Sulu Archipelago and on the island of Mindanao. Sporadic clashes have occurred between lawless groups and the Philippine Armed Forces throughout Mindanao, particularly in rural areas. Travelers should exercise extreme caution and be aware of heightened police activity and significant military presence if traveling in these areas. Terrorist attacks could be indiscriminate and could occur in other areas, to include Manila. Targeted sites may be public gathering places including, but not limited to, airports, shopping malls, conference centers, and other public venues. U.S. citizens should exercise caution when traveling in the vicinity of demonstrations since they can turn confrontational and possibly escalate to violence. Kidnap-for-ransom gangs are active throughout the Philippines and have targeted foreigners. We encourage U.S. citizens traveling abroad to enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program or at the U.S. Embassy in Manila. By enrolling, travelers can receive the Embassy’s most recent security and safety updates during you’re their trip, and it allows the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency. The U.S. Embassy is located at: 1201 Roxas Boulevard, Manila, Philippines, tel. 63-2-301-2000. |
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