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Reviewed: 19 March 2008, 15:07 NZDT
Still current at: 04 July 2008
There is high risk to your security around the Myanmar/Thailand border area and we advise against all tourist and other non-essential travel. Military activity, ethnic conflict and the presence of landmines pose a particularly high risk to your safety in these areas. Travel restrictions are in place in most border areas due to ongoing military activity and there are only a limited number of legal crossing points.
There is some risk to your security elsewhere in Myanmar due to the unsettled political situation and threat from terrorism and we advise caution.
In September 2007 there were violent clashes between government forces and protesters. Security forces used violence, tear gas and gunfire to disperse crowds and there were a number of fatalities and numerous injuries. New Zealanders in Myanmar are advised to avoid all protests, marches and demonstrations and comply with any instructions issued by the local authorities.
We advise you to be security conscious in public and crowded places as there is a threat from terrorism in Myanmar. Since April 2005, there have been a number of bomb explosions targeting commercial interests, public transport and places that tourists may visit. In January 2008 there were bomb explosions in Pyu, north of Yangon and at railway stations in Yangon and Pyinmana.
As there is no New Zealand diplomatic presence in Myanmar, the ability of the government to assist New Zealanders who require consular assistance is limited.
New Zealanders travelling or resident in Myanmar should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies that include provision for medical evacuation by air.
New Zealanders visiting or living in Myanmar are encouraged to register/update their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
See our regional advice for Southeast Asia
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All Seasons Place, 87 Wireless Road, Bangkok Postal Address PO Box 2719, Bangkok 10500,
Bangkok 10330,
Thailand
Telephone:+66 2 254 2530
Facsimile: +66 2 253 9045
Email: nzembbkk@loxinfo.co.th
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