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Warden Message #20/2008 -- Worldwide Caution

To All American Citizens in the UAE:

On July 16, 2008 the Department of State disseminated the following Worldwide Caution for American citizens:

WORLDWIDE CAUTION

This Worldwide Caution updates information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against Americans and interests throughout the world.  In some countries, the rise in oil and food prices has caused political and economic instability and social unrest. American citizens are reminded to maintain a high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness.  This supersedes the Worldwide Caution dated January 17, 2008.

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Warden Message 17/2008 – Voting Information

To All American citizens in the UAE:

Voting in U.S. Elections When Abroad

IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT THE 2008 U.S. ELECTIONS

All American citizens are reminded that 2008 is a presidential election year in the United States.  Overseas citizens are eligible to participate in primary, run-off, and special elections that occur throughout the year, as well as the general elections in November. 

We strongly encourage you to register to vote and/or request absentee ballots as early as possible to ensure that you will receive all ballots for which you are eligible. 

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Warden Message # 16/2008 - 4th of July and Worldwide Caution

To All American citizens in the UAE:

As we enter the busy summer travel and holiday season, including plans for 4th of July celebrations around the UAE, Embassy Abu Dhabi and Consulate General Dubai wish to remind American citizens about the general security situation in the Middle East, as outlined below in the current Worldwide Caution. The Embassy and Consulate General wish to advise Americans that potential exists for terrorists to plan and carry out violent actions in the region, including the UAE, and for this reason Americans should maintain a high level of personal security awareness at all times, particularly in public places.

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Warden Message # 4/2008-Worldwide Caution

To: All American Citizens in the United Arab Emirates:

The following Department of State Worldwide Caution dated January 17, 2008 is being distributed to American citizens resident in the United Arab Emirates. (complete text)

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Travel Alert

November 08, 2007. This Travel Alert is being updated as the Department of State continues to alert Americans to ongoing security concerns in the Middle East and North Africa, including Iraq.  U.S. citizens are reminded to maintain a high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness.  This message supersedes the Travel Alert issued on May 14, 2007 and expires on May 7, 2008.   (complete text)

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Warden Message # 8/2008-Avian Inflenza

To All American Citizens in the UAE:

The Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General in Dubai would like to advise American citizens in the UAE that the Department of State has published new information about remaining overseas in the event of a pandemic outbreak, such as Avian Influenza.  The information below is also located on the internet at  http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/health/health_3096.html. (complete text)