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Congratulatory Message on the First Round of Presidential Elections in Guinea-Bissau

PRESS RELEASE Congratulatory Message on the First Round of Presidential Elections in Guinea-Bissau The Embassy of the United States of America congratulates the people, political parties, and government of Guinea-Bissau for the successful first round of presidential elections that took place on Sunday, November 24. We commend the Bissau-Guinean civil society, National Election Commission, and ...

By U.S. Virtual Presence in Guinea Bissau | 25 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events

Security Alert for Guinea-Bissau – U.S. Embassy Dakar, Senegal

Location: Guinea-Bissau Event: Ongoing political tensions have resulted in an increased possibility of a deteriorating security situation in and around key government facilities and other areas throughout the country. Due to concerns about the capacity of the local authorities to respond to future situations, and to ensure the safety and security of U.S. Citizens, we ...

By U.S. Virtual Presence in Guinea Bissau | 6 November, 2019 | Topics: Alert

Ambassador’s Remarks on Presidential Elections – Tchico Té Teachers College, Guinea-Bissau, November 5, 2019

Ambassador’s Remarks on Presidential Elections, Tchico Té Teachers College, Guinea-Bissau November 5, 2019 (As prepared) Ladies and gentlemen, Students Good afternoon, Thank you for coming today to engage with us at this critical time in the history of Guinea-Bissau. This is my 12th trip to the country. It is great to be here again. ...

By U.S. Virtual Presence in Guinea Bissau | 6 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Events

Guinea-Bissau: The United States fully supports the legitimate government of Prime Minister Aristides Gomes

The United States fully supports the legitimate government of Prime Minister Aristides Gomes and its efforts to hold a free and fair presidential election on November 24. The United States considers as illegitimate the attempt by the President of Guinea-Bissau to dismiss the Gomes government three weeks prior to scheduled elections. The United States applauds ...

By U.S. Virtual Presence in Guinea Bissau | 1 November, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Ambassador

Guinea-Bissau Travel Advisory — Level 3: Reconsider Travel

The Department of State renewed its Travel Advisory for Guinea-Bissau on October 3, 2019. The Department continues to advise travelers to exercise normal precautions in Guinea-Bissau. Reconsider travel to Guinea-Bissau due to crime and civil unrest. Country Summary: Violent crime is common in Guinea-Bissau. Aggressive vendors, panhandlers, and occasionally criminals target foreigners at the Bissau airport ...

By U.S. Virtual Presence in Guinea Bissau | 4 October, 2019 | Topics: Alert

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