China
China
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Viet Nam
Viet Nam
Pacific Cyclone Season: 1 November to 30 April
The Pacific cyclone season runs from 1 November until 30 April.
New Zealanders travelling to the Pacific are encouraged to register their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Travellers who register can be warned if a major cyclone approaches and given advice on precautions to take.
France
France
Terrorism
On 25 March 2024 France raised its terror alert warning to the highest level. Expect to see high levels of security nationwide. A heightened threat of terrorism remains throughout France, with a number of serious and particularly violent attacks in the past:
Israel, the Occupied Palestinian Territories and Lebanon: Security Situation
On 7 October 2023, rockets were fired from Gaza across southern and central Israel, including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. There is currently a large-scale ongoing conflict occurring in areas of southern Israel close to the border with Gaza and within Gaza. Israel has expanded its ground operations in Gaza and military operations are expected to continue.
North Korea
North Korea
Local laws and regulations
New Zealanders in North Korea are advised to follow all local laws and regulations and exercise discretion and caution at all times. Foreigners may be arrested, detained or expelled for activities that would not be considered crimes in New Zealand. North Korean authorities have detained a number of foreign visitors in recent years and consequences can be severe.
The Gambia
Political Situation
In January 2017, The Gambia experienced a peaceful transition of power to President Adama Barrow and his coalition government. The political situation has stabilised further, but Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) troops remain in the country training and assisting domestic security forces.
Brazil
Brazil
Violent Crime
Vanuatu
Crime
The crime rate in Vanuatu is low; however, robberies, assaults and sexual assaults against foreigners do occur, including in their homes, particularly in the capital Port Vila. Risks increase after dark, in isolated locations and if you're alone. New Zealanders are advised to pay close attention to their security, ensuring that all doors and windows are locked at night and while absent and that valuables are kept in a safe and secure place.
Ethiopia
Ethiopia
Care and careful preparation should be taken with all travel in Ethiopia due to ongoing civil unrest and armed conflicts in the northern part of the country, which could spread to new areas without warning.