Latest update: Summary and Terrorism section - revised information; according to official figures more than 250 people were killed, including at least 8 British nationals, in the attacks on 21 April 2019
Latest update: Summary - there is a large scale protest on Thursday 25 April in Asuncion; the focal point will be the downtown area where the Congress and government offices are located; surrounding roads are likely to be disrupted; you should avoid large gatherings, monitor local media and follow the guidance of local authorities
Latest update: This advice has been reviewed in full and reissued with editorial amendment
Latest update: This advice has been reviewed in full and reissued with editorial amendments
Latest update: Safety and security section (Political situation) - Removal of information on planned demonstration in N’Djamena on 25 April
Latest update: Terrorism section and summary - updated information and advice about the threat from terrorism reflecting a decreased threat
Summary – A nationwide general strike has been called for Thursday 25 April. Major highways may be blocked. Organised armed groups may use social protests as a chance to launch attacks on security services. You should avoid all public demonstrations and follow the advice of local security services. Disruption is likely to continue at least until 1 May.
Severe flooding and landslides have been reported in some regions, especially Cauca and Nariño. Heavy showers are expected to continue through the end of June. The Pan-American Highway is currently closed in southern Cauca due to a landslide. Pay close attention to the warnings issued by the Colombian Authorities, in particular, the Colombian Metereological Agency (IDEAM).
Latest update: Summary and Safety and security section (Political situation) - removal of information on large gatherings on 11 and 12 April in Novi Sad and 13 and 19 April in Belgrade
Latest update: Safety and security section (Crime) - A British national was tragically killed in Kaduna on Friday 19 April 2019; the FCO continue to advise against all but essential travel to Kaduna; you should exercise additional vigilance in crowded public places
Latest update: Summary - Tropical Storm Kenneth is reaching the eastern Africa coastline and Comoros will be at risk for significant impacts on Thursday 25 April; you should monitor regional and international weather updates from the World Meteorological Organisation
Latest update: Entry requirements section (Visas) - updated information on exit visas for visitors to Sudan on a single entry visa
Latest update: Summary - The Solomon Islands general election took place on 3 April 2019 and a new Prime Minister was elected on 24 April 2019; this led to some violent protests and looting in central and eastern Honiara; local police have responded to restore security, but visitors should be alert to the risk of further protest, and move away from any large gathering; you should monitor local media and be vigilant
Latest update: Summary - Tropical Storm Kenneth is forecast to make landfall as a tropical cyclone in Northern Mozambique on Thursday 25 April 2019; this could bring hazardous sea and weather conditions to the southern coast of Tanzania; you should monitor local and international weather updates from the World Meteorological Organisation and follow the advice of local authorities
Latest update: Summary - Tropical Storm Kenneth is forecast to make landfall as a tropical cyclone in northern Mozambique on Thursday 25 April; you should monitor local and international weather updates from the World Meteorological Organisation and follow the advice of local authorities
Latest update: Summary - General elections were held in Indonesia on 17 April with official results set to be announced on 22 May; you should avoid all protests, demonstrations and political rallies
Latest update: Summary - removal of information on the Thingyan Water Festival; Local laws and customs section - addition of information on Burma’s defamation laws
Latest update: This advice has been reviewed in full and reissued without amendment
Latest update: Summary - removal of information on strike action by fuel drivers
Latest update: This advice has been reviewed and reissued without amendment
Latest update: Summary - removal of information about the Songkran water festival (Thai New Year) held between 12 and 16 April
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