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Security Alert - Bamako, Mali - February 17, 2021
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The Malian Transport Union has called for a countrywide strike on Wednesday, February 17. Unionized transporters (taxis, trucks, Sotrama taxi-vans, motorcycle taxis) will stop working and shopkeepers will be expected to support the strike by closing their businesses. The strike is expected to affect services in Bamako.
Tensions may occur between transporters on strike and others refusing to stop working, which may result in violence. Additionally, traffic may be disrupted throughout Bamako.
American citizens are advised to:
· Exercise caution if in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests
· Do not attempt to drive through protests or roadblocks
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PM BAINIMARAMA RECEIVES COURTESY CALL FROM CHARGÉ D’AFFAIRES AT US EMBASSY
27/01/2021
Fijian Prime Minister, Hon. Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama yesterday received a courtesy call from the Chargé d’Affaires at the United States Embassy, Mr. Tony Greubel.
The courtesy call was an opportunity to strengthen engagements in potential areas and opportunities between Fiji and the United States.
PM Bainimarama commended the renewed commitment and affirmation by the United States President Honourable Joe Biden to bring United States back into Paris Agreement and for putting climate emergency at the core of their administration.
The Head of the Fijian Government conveyed appreciation to the United States for its continued support in advancing Fiji’s and the Pacific region’s development priorities.
A guide to the new covid-19 testing rules for travel to the US
San Francisco International Airport in San Francisco. Photo AFP
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Alison Sider
, The Wall Street Journal
The CDC now requires passengers to show proof of a negative preflight test as cases continue to soar and new strains of the virus emerge
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Travelers flying to the U.S. from abroad now have to show proof of negative Covid-19 tests before boarding their flight. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has said preflight testing is necessary as Covid-19 cases continue to soar and more-contagious strains of the virus emerge around the world. President Biden signed an executive order on Jan. 21 affirming the new testing requirements and directing agencies to consider additional travel-safety measures.