Elections

Tunisia: Travel Alert Regarding Possible Unrest

Date: October 17th, 2011 |

The U.S. State Department has issued a travel alert regarding Tunisia because of the potential for unrest. Spontaneous events such as demonstrations still occur, and the nation is still operating under a state of emergency. The State Department advises all citizens currently in Tunisia to stay vigilant regarding personal security, and all travelers planning trips [read more]

Thailand: New Prime Minister Brings Hope, Possible Political Demonstrations

Date: July 12th, 2011 |

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Yingluck Shinawatra was officially elected as the first female prime minister of Thailand, with the Pheu Thai party set to assume power. The election was partially a referendum on how the voters feel their country has changed since the 2006 military coup that ousted Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, the new prime minister’s older brother. Since [read more]

Ethiopia: Violence May Accompany May Elections

Date: April 21st, 2010 |

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The U.S. State Department alerted visitors to the risks of travel in Ethiopia before and after parliamentary elections scheduled for May 23. In past elections, violence has erupted in Addis Ababa and other areas throughout the campaign and the election’s aftermath. The State Department advised against all but essential travel during this period, including after [read more]

Sri Lanka: Campaign for Jan. 26 Presidential Election Could See Demonstrations

Date: December 23rd, 2009 |

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Sri Lanka will hold a presidential election Jan. 26, and in years past political campaigns have produced demonstrations and small-scale violence. The U.S. Embassy in Colombo urges travelers to avoid political rallies, public gatherings and demonstrations, which can start with little or no notice. Police have used tear gas and force to break up unruly [read more]

India’s Elections Under Way, Security Tight

Date: April 30th, 2009 |

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India’s staggered parliamentary elections are under way through May 13. Security is tight throughout the country as authorities work to prevent violence related to the election or from extremist groups trying to take advantage of the masses of people gathering at polling areas. It is prudent during this time for travelers to avoid large gatherings [read more]

Zambia: State Department Issues Travel Alert

Date: August 23rd, 2011 |

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The U.S. State Department issued a travel alert for citizens leading up to the September 20, 2011 presidential, parliamentary and local elections in Zambia. Potential for unrest and disruptions surrounding the elections is high, and those planning to travel to the country should monitor local news and remain aware of local conditions. The State Department [read more]

Egypt: Elections Could Spark Unrest

Date: November 17th, 2010 |

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Parliamentary elections will take place Nov. 28 and could be preceded by tensions and civil unrest. In recent weeks, the government has arrested dozens of members of the Muslim Brotherhood, a banned political party that fields candidates as independents, and placed restrictions on the media. Past elections have been marred by corruption and violence despite [read more]

Sri Lanka: Violence Mars Run-Up to Presidential Election

Date: January 20th, 2010 |

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The first presidential election since the army defeated the Tamil Tigers in a decades-long civil war will take place Jan. 26, pitting the incumbent president who pushed for a military victory against the general who carried it out. Passions are high and violence has already claimed two lives, prompting the military and police to go [read more]

Zanzibar: Possible Election Violence on Pemba Island

Date: August 20th, 2009 |

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The U.S. State Department warned against nonessential travel to Pemba Island of Zanzibar until mid December because of possible violence related to voter registration for next year’s general election. The number of security forces has been increased on Pemba, particularly in the districts of Wete and Micheweni, where civil unrest has occurred since voter registration [read more]

Kuwait: Political Rallies in Advance of May 16 Elections

Date: April 22nd, 2009 |

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The U.S. Embassy in Kuwait City reported that political rallies will begin soon for parliamentary elections to be held May 16. The gatherings usually occur in the evening and are usually peaceful, but both vehicle and pedestrian traffic will be dense in areas where rallies occur. Police will likely increase the number of traffic checkpoints [read more]

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