Maldives
Maldives
Civil unrest
Demonstrations and protests sometimes occur on Malé Island. In the past, some demonstrations have resulted in violence between police, military and demonstrators.
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Mauritania
Mauritania
Cote d'Ivoire/Ivory Coast
Cote d'Ivoire/Ivory Coast
The Republic of the Congo
The Republic of the Congo
Violent Crime
Violent crime such as armed robbery and assault is an issue throughout the Republic of the Congo, particularly in rural areas. Street crime such as mugging and bag snatching also occurs, particularly in Brazzaville and Pointe Noire. Foreigners may be specifically targeted due to their perceived wealth. We advise against travelling at night, alone or to isolated areas and recommend avoiding beaches in Pointe Noire.
Panama
Panama
Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Bissau
Political instability/civil unrest
While the security situation is currently calm, Guinea-Bissau has a history of political instability and periodic violence. An attempted coup d’etat took place in February 2022 and further civil or military unrest is possible.
Costa Rica
Costa Rica
Violent Crime
Violent crime is a concern in Costa Rica and can include armed robbery, sexual assault, home invasions, gang mugging and car-jacking. Exercise particular caution in the capital, San Jose. In January 2018 a tourist bus was stopped by criminals and passengers were robbed at gunpoint in Tortuguero, Limon province.
Austria
Austria
Crime
The crime rate in Austria is low. However, petty crime (such as pickpocketing and bag snatching) occurs in shopping areas, restaurants, cafés, hotel lobbies, on public transport at tourist attractions. Travellers on international trains and buses, such as the train between Vienna and Budapest, are often targeted for theft. New Zealanders in Austria should be alert of their surroundings and take steps to safeguard their personal belongings at all times. Never leave your bags unattended.
Djibouti
Djibouti
Luxembourg
Luxembourg
Terrorism
Terrorist groups, individuals returning to Europe from areas of conflict, and individuals adhering to various forms of extremist ideologies, continue to make threats to conduct attacks across Europe. Groups adhering to various ideologies have conducted attacks in Europe in the past.