Warden Messages 2009
Warden Message # 2/2009: Demonstrations Expected Friday, January 9 in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and Ras al Khaima
January 9, 2009
The U.S. Mission to the United Arab Emirates has learned that demonstrations in support of the Palestinian people are expected to take place on the afternoon of Friday, January 9 in Abu Dhabi, Duabi, Sharjah and Ras al Khaima. The demonstrations are expected to take place in Abu Dhabi on the Corniche near the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry Building, in Dubai near the Dubai Courts in the AlKhor Garden area, in Sharjah near the Khaled Lake; and in Ras al Khaimah at the Almanar Mall. The demonstrations are scheduled to begin on Friday, January 9 between 3 and 4 p.m. U.S. Mission personnel have been instructed to avoid these areas on the afternoon of January 9. American citizens are urged to remain alert to the possibility of other demonstrations throughout the UAE.
We remind American citizens that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational. American citizens are therefore urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations if possible, and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any demonstrations. American citizens should stay current with media coverage of local and regional events and be aware of their surroundings at all times.
Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the U.S. Embassy's website <http://abudhabi.usembassy.gov/> and the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs' website <http://travel.state.gov/>, where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and Country Specific Information can be found. The U.S. Embassy also encourages U.S. citizens to review to "A Safe Trip Abroad," found at <http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/safety/safety_1747.html> , which includes valuable security information for those both living and traveling abroad. In addition to information on the Internet, travelers may obtain up-to-date information on security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the U.S. and Canada, or outside the U.S. and Canada on a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444.
Americans living or traveling in the UAE are encouraged to register with the U.S. Embassy through the State Department's travel registration website, <https://travelregistration.state.gov/>, so that they can obtain updated information on travel and security within the UAE. Americans without Internet access may register directly with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
As always, the United States Embassy in Abu Dhabi stands ready to assist U.S. citizens 24 hours a day. For further information, please visit us on the World Wide Web at <http://abudhabi.usembassy.gov/> or call +971-2-414-2200.
The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi is located in the Embassies District, Plot 38, Sector W59-02, Street No. 4, P.O. Box 4009. Telephone: +971-2-414-2200, fax: +971-2-414-2241, email: abudhabiacs@state.gov <mailto:abudhabiacs@state.gov>, on the web: <http://abudhabi.usembassy.gov/>. For after-hours emergencies in Abu Dhabi, call +971-2-414-2500 and ask for the Abu Dhabi Duty Officer.
The U.S. Consulate General in Dubai is located on the 21st floor of the Dubai World Trade Center, P.O. Box 9343. Telephone: +971-4-311-6000, fax: +971-4-311-6213, email: dubaiwarden@state.gov <mailto:dubaiwarden@state.gov>, on the web: <http://dubai.usconsulate.gov/>. For after-hours emergencies in Dubai or the Northern Emirates, call +971-2-414-2500and ask for the Dubai Duty Officer.