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CRISIS24 Global Risk 2023

Country_Security_Risk_Rating_Map_2023.pdf

Africa

Ethiopia - Special Report: An Overview of the Conflict in Northern Ethiopia and Instability Triggers in Tigray

Published: April 19, 2024

This new report style provides a comprehensive overview and analysis of the conflict in the Tigray and Amhara regions of Ethiopia.

Sudan - Benchmarking Report: Operational Postures in Sudan

Published: April 10, 2024

As part of OSAC’s response to the ongoing conflict in Sudan, OSAC’s Africa Team launched this survey to gather insights on the current security posture of OSAC members operating in Sudan.

Togo - Togo Election Primer

Published: April 11, 2024

Togo’s legislative elections, originally set for April 20, were delayed in response to controversial constitutional reforms and opposition leader detainments. On April 9, the government announced a new election calendar setting elections for April 2...

South & Central Asia

India - Bengaluru Water Crisis

Published: April 10, 2024

In recent weeks, a water crisis has come to the fore in the southern Indian city of Bengaluru. While a water shortage in Bengaluru is not a new issue, the crisis facing the city’s residents appears to be one of the worst in decades. This report exam...

Sri Lanka - Sri Lanka Country Security Report

Published: April 17, 2024

OSAC reissued this Country Security Report (CSR) on April 17, 2024 as part of a periodic update.

Western Hemisphere

Anguilla / Antigua and Barbuda / British Virgin Islands / Dominica / Montserrat / St. Kitts and Nevis / St. Lucia / St. Vincent and the Grenadines - Eastern Caribbean Country Security Report

Published: April 15, 2024

OSAC reissued this Country Security Report (CSR) on April 15, 2024.

Aruba / Dutch Caribbean - Dutch Caribbean Country Security Report

Published: April 15, 2024

OSAC produces this Country Security Report (CSR) in conjunction with the Regional Security Office at the U.S. Consulate in Willemstad. Travelers and security managers should use this report to gain baseline knowledge of security in the Dutch Caribbe...

Bahamas - The Bahamas Country Security Report

Published: April 15, 2024

OSAC reissued this Country Security Report (CSR) on April 15, 2024.

Barbados - Barbados Country Security Report

Published: April 12, 2024

OSAC reissued this Country Security Report (CSR) on April 12, 2024 to with minor updates.

Bermuda - Bermuda Country Security Report

Published: April 15, 2024

OSAC produces this Country Security Report (CSR) in conjunction with the Regional Security Office at the U.S. Consulate in Hamilton. Travelers and security managers should use this report to gain baseline knowledge of security in Bermuda. OSAC will ...

Cuba - Cuba Travel FAQ

Published: April 18, 2024

The U.S. Department of State assesses Cuba as being at Level 2 for crime and Level 1 for all other indicators in its Travel Advisory. Nevertheless, travelers to the country face an unusually high number of logistical challenges. This report compiles...

French Guiana - French Guiana Country Security Report

Published: April 15, 2024

OSAC produces this Country Security Report (CSR) in conjunction with the Regional Security Office at the U.S. Embassy in Paramaribo. Travelers and security managers should use this report to gain baseline knowledge of security in French Guiana. OSAC...

Grenada - Grenada Country Security Report

Published: April 15, 2024

OSAC reissued this Country Security Report (CSR) on April 15, 2024.

Guadeloupe / Martinique / Saint Barthelemy / Saint Martin - French Caribbean Country Security Report

Published: April 15, 2024

OSAC reissued this Country Security Report (CSR) on April 15, 2024.

Paraguay - Paraguay Country Security Report

Published: April 15, 2024

OSAC reissued this Country Security Report (CSR) on April 15, 2024 following minor updates.

Suriname - Suriname Country Security Report

Published: April 15, 2024

Turks and Caicos - Turks & Caicos Country Security Report

Published: April 15, 2024

OSAC produces this Country Security Report (CSR) in conjunction with the Regional Security Office at the U.S. Embassy in Nassau. Travelers and security managers should use this report to gain baseline knowledge of security in Turks & Caicos. OSAC wi...

Consular Messages - Department of State travel advisories and alerts

Africa

Niger - Demonstration Alert: Niamey (Niger), There is a Call for a Demonstration Saturday, April 13, at 8:30 a.m. at the Place de Concertation (National Assembly)

Published: April 13, 2024

There is a call for a demonstration Saturday, April 13, at 8:30 a.m. at the Place de Concertation (National Assembly) to protest the presence of the U.S. military and other foreign armed forces in Niger. The demonstration is expected to be peaceful....

East Asia & Pacific

Australia - Alert: Australia, Message for U.S. Citizens – Remain Vigilant

Published: April 15, 2024

In the aftermath of the horrific incident at Bondi Junction this weekend, the U.S. Mission to Australia would like to remind U.S. citizens to remain vigilant; be aware of your surroundings; and practice sound personal security and situational awaren...

China / Hong Kong - Travel Advisory: China - See Summaries - Mainland China, Hong Kong & Macau

Published: April 12, 2024

Updated due to new national security legislation in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

Solomon Islands - Message to U.S. Citizens in Solomon Islands: National and Provincial Elections (April 17, 2024)

Published: April 15, 2024

Solomon Islands will hold national and provincial elections April 17. Honiara City Council elections will also be held the same day.

Europe

Bosnia and Herzegovina - Demonstration Alert: Banja Luka (Bosnia and Herzegovina), Avoid Republika Srpska Political Rally on April 18

Published: April 18, 2024

Event: The Republika Srpska President has announced a political rally will occur on Thursday, April 18, starting at 6:00 p.m. U.S. government personnel are advised to avoid areas of demonstrations or gatherings. Spontaneous gatherings may occur at ...

Denmark - Security Alert: Copenhagen (Denmark), Fire at Stock Exchange Building Prompts Evacuations

Published: April 16, 2024

Event: Due to a fire at Denmark’s historic stock exchange building, Danish authorities have evacuated Christiansborg Palace, Christiansborg Palace Square, and the Ministry of Finance. The Embassy recommends you avoid the area and monitor local new...

Greece - Demonstration Alert: Greece, 24-Hour Panhellenic General Strike on April 17

Published: April 16, 2024

Public sector employees have announced a 24-hour Panhellenic General Strike throughout Greece for April 17, 2024. In Athens, demonstrations related to the strike are scheduled at Syntagma Square at 10:30 a.m.  In Thessaloniki, demonstrations will be...

Hungary - Demonstration Alert: Budapest (Hungary), April 20

Published: April 19, 2024

Three distinct demonstrations are expected in Budapest on April 20.

Hungary - Demonstration Alert: Budapest (Hungary), Planned Protests on April 17 and 18

Published: April 17, 2024

Event: The U.S. Embassy would like to inform you of the following demonstrations planned for Wednesday, April 17 and Thursday, April 18.

Ireland - Demonstration Alert: Dublin (Ireland), April 20

Published: April 19, 2024

The Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign and other Irish civil society groups have called for a National Demonstration for Palestine in Dublin.

Luxembourg - Demonstration Alert: Luxembourg City (Luxembourg), April 20

Published: April 19, 2024

A protest in front of the U.S. Embassy is expected in Luxembourg City on April 20.

United Kingdom - Security Message: London (United Kingdom), 2024 London Marathon

Published: April 18, 2024

The 2024 London Marathon will take place Sunday April 21 and will require road closures and parking restrictions throughout London.

Middle East & North Africa

Israel - Security Alert: Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza (April 19)

Published: April 19, 2024

Out of an abundance of caution following reports that Israel conducted a retaliatory strike inside Iran, U.S. government employees and their family members are restricted from personal travel outside the greater Tel Aviv (including Herzliya, Netanya...

Israel / Palestinian Territories - Security Alert: Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza, U.S. Embassy has Directed all U.S. Government Employees and Their Family Members to Shelter in Place Until Further Notice

Published: April 14, 2024

As a result of incoming UAVs and missiles from Iran and Iranian proxies, the U.S. Embassy has directed all U.S. government employees and their family members to shelter in place until further notice.

Israel / Palestinian Territories - Security Alert: Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza, Security Alert #2

Published: April 14, 2024

The threat of drone and/or missile barrages has diminished. Consistent with current guidance from Israel’s Homefront Command, the shelter in place order for U.S. government employees and their family members has been lifted.

Jordan - Security Alert: Jordan, Closure of Jordanian Airspace

Published: April 13, 2024

As of Saturday, April 13, at 11:00pm local time, the Government of Jordan has temporarily closed Jordanian airspace to arriving, departing, and transiting flights due to security concerns. Officials will continuously evaluate the situation and reop...

Lebanon - Security Alert: Lebanon, Due to High Tensions in the Region, the Security Environment Remains Complex and Can Change Quickly

Published: April 13, 2024

Due to high tensions in the region, the security environment remains complex and can change quickly. We remind U.S. citizens of the continued need for caution and encourage them to monitor the news for breaking developments.

South & Central Asia

Kazakhstan - Flood Alert: North, West, East and Central Kazakhstan, Severe Flooding Continues to Impact Various Regions of Kazakhstan

Published: April 16, 2024

Severe flooding continues to impact various regions of Kazakhstan, including Akmola, Aktobe, Atyrau, Kostanay, North Kazakhstan, East Kazakhstan and Pavlodar regions. Flood conditions are expected to worsen or peak in many parts of Kazakhstan this ...

Western Hemisphere

Ecuador - Security Alert: Country-wide (Ecuador), School and Business Closures Due to Planned Electrical Outages

Published: April 18, 2024

On April 17, 2024, Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa issued a new decree suspending the school and workday for both public and private institutions on April 18 and 19. Some private businesses may remain open, but planned electrical outages will sign...

Events - Upcoming OSAC meetings, webinars, and training courses

Global

Event Start Date: April 23, 2024

The OSAC WIS Programming Subcommittee is pleased to present an upcoming webinar, "AI Revolution: Transforming the Security Landscape," with speaker Andrea Bonime-Blanc, JD/PhD. Register now to join the discussion.

Event Start Date: April 18, 2024

Join OSAC MENA Analyst Giovanni Gravano and Justin Crump, CEO of Sibylline, virtually as they discuss the most recent events in Israel and the surrounding regions on April 18, 2024 at 11:00 am (ET).

OSAC United Kingdom 2024 Fall Conference

Event Start Date: November 06, 2024

SAVE THE DATE: Cybersecurity Steering Committee Annual Conference

Event Start Date: June 13, 2024

OSAC member are invited to save the date for the Cybersecurity Annual Conference on June 13, 2024 in New York!

IDSC Security Exchange: Meeting & Event Security – Preparedness, Considerations & Lessons Learned

Event Start Date: April 17, 2024

All OSAC International Development (IDSC), Academia (ASC), and Faith-Based Sector Committee (FBSC) members are invited to attend this virtual IDSC Security Exchange even on April 17, 2024 at 10:00 AM EDT.

SOMALIA OSAC MEETING

Event Start Date: April 24, 2024

Monthly meeting to discuss existing and new safety and security related topics.

Event Start Date: May 21, 2024

Join the MENA RC Committee for their Spring 2024 Conference in Boston.

Eastern Province (Dhahran) Chapter Quarterly Meeting

Event Start Date: April 18, 2024

Join your fellow security professionals at the U.S. Consulate Dhahran for our quarterly OSAC meeting!

Event Start Date: May 09, 2024

The OSAC Africa Regional Committee cordially invites all Full-Access Members to attend a two-day conference in Atlanta, Georgia on May 9-10, 2024.

Registration Closed: Academia Sector Committee Spring 2024 Health, Safety, and Security Seminar

Event Start Date: April 25, 2024

Registration is now closed for the Academia Sector Committee (ASC) Spring Health, Safety, and Security Seminar at the University of Minnesota on April 25-26.

East Asia & Pacific

Event Start Date: May 14, 2024

Register now for the 2024 OSAC Pan-Asia Regional Committee (PARC) Summit hosted at the Amazon Development Center in Meguro, Tokyo, Japan on May 14-15, 2024.

Europe

Serbia - Country Chapter Meeting: Belgrade, Serbia (May 16)

Event Start Date: May 16, 2024

OSAC Belgrade Country Chapter members are invited to a hybrid meeting at CISCO Serbia at 2:00 PM local on May 16, 2024. Advance registration is required by May 10.

United Kingdom - SAVE THE DATE: OSAC United Kingdom Fall Conference 2024

Event Start Date: November 06, 2024

OSAC UK members are asked to save the date for the annual Fall Conference. You won't want to miss the lineup of security experts across the public and private sector that will join us for panels and discussions. Registration and event details are s...

South & Central Asia

Event Start Date: May 14, 2024

Register now for the 2024 OSAC Pan-Asia Regional Committee (PARC) Summit hosted at the Amazon Development Center in Meguro, Tokyo, Japan on May 14-15, 2024.

Western Hemisphere

Colombia - Country Chapter Meeting: Bogota, Colombia (April 24)

Event Start Date: April 24, 2024

OSAC Bogota Country Chapter members are invited to a hybrid meeting at the U.S. Embassy at 9:00 AM on April 24, 2024. Advance registration is required.

United States of America - REGISTER NOW: MESC Site Assessment Roundtable Discussion (April 25)

Event Start Date: April 25, 2024

The Media and Entertainment Sector Committee invites all MESC full access members to attend a site assessment roundtable discussion at 11 am ET on Thursday, April 25th.

United States of America - SAVE THE DATE: IDSC Annual Conference - Washington, DC (September 11-12)

Event Start Date: September 11, 2024

All IDSC members are invited to attend this year's annual conference September 11-12, 2024, kindly hosted by the World Wildlife Fund in Washington, DC.

United States of America - SAVE THE DATE: FBSC Annual Conference - Boston, MA (June 6-7)

Event Start Date: June 06, 2024

FBSC members are invited to attend this year's FBSC conference June 6-7 at Combined Jewish Philanthropies' headquarters in Boston, MA.

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