COVID-19 risks
Oct. 19, 2022, midnight
In light of the general improvement in the global infection situation and the fact that the G7 countries have already canceled the designation of levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information was issued on October 19. The world is uniformly set to level 1 (please be careful).
Aug. 24, 2022, midnight
On August 24, the infectious disease risk information for 41 countries was changed from level 3 (recommendation to avoid travel) to level 2 (please refrain from non-essential travel), and the infectious disease risk information for 55 countries/regions was changed to level 2. The level has been lowered from (Please refrain from unnecessary and non-urgent travel) to Level 1 (Please be careful).
July 25, 2022, midnight
On July 23, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the global outbreak of monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern." According to the WHO, more than 16,000 cases of monkeypox infection in 75 countries and regions have been reported so far, and the infection is spreading worldwide.
July 1, 2022, midnight
Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the risk of death and aggravation has decreased, and deregulation at the water's edge and in Japan has also been seen, especially in countries where vaccination is progressing worldwide. I'm on the way. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.
May 26, 2022, midnight
Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the number of new infections and deaths is declining worldwide, and the risk of death and aggravation is mainly in countries where vaccination is progressing. Is declining, and regulations are being relaxed at the water's edge and in Japan. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.
April 1, 2022, midnight
The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.
Nov. 29, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.
Aug. 13, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.
May 18, 2021, midnight
Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".
Oct. 30, 2020, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Table of contents
- Nov. 25, 2024, 1:36 p.m. ～Announcement from the Embassy～ (PTI's warning regarding demonstrations, etc.) (Part 3)
- Nov. 24, 2024, 2:56 p.m. ～Announcement from the Embassy～ (Caution regarding demonstrations, etc. by PTI) (Part 2)
- Nov. 22, 2024, 6:11 p.m. ～Announcement from the Embassy～ (Caution regarding demonstrations, etc. by PTI)
- Nov. 20, 2024, 11:31 p.m. Traffic information for IDEAS2024 event
～Announcement from the Embassy～ (PTI's warning regarding demonstrations, etc.) (Part 3)
Nov. 25, 2024, 1:36 p.m.
[Main text]
1. The main force of the protesters, which left KP Province at noon on the 24th, arrived in Swabi in the evening of the same day, and by the morning of the 25th, it was reported that the main force of the protesters had arrived near the Burhan Interchange. Clashes broke out between security forces and some of the protesters on Jinnah Avenue in Islamabad, with security forces using tear gas and other weapons to prevent the protesters from advancing. In other places, protesters have hurled stones at security forces, resulting in injuries.
In addition, there have been reports of possible terrorist attacks in Islamabad and other major cities in response to the protests.
2. We advise all Japanese nationals residing in the country to refrain from going out for non-essential reasons today and until the situation calms down in order to avoid being caught up in unforeseen circumstances. Even if you do go out, please make sure to stay away from areas where demonstrations are taking place and continue to obtain the latest information from the media.
(1) Make sure to obtain the latest safety information from local media, and be mindful of safe behavior.
(2) Never go near areas where marches or rallies are taking place.
(3) If you encounter a procession while moving, etc., leave the area immediately.
(4) Please try to avoid places that are likely to be targets of attacks (religious facilities, locations where religious events are held, government agencies, military, police and other security authority facilities (including vehicles, checkpoints, etc.)) and media organizations as much as possible.
3. In addition to the above points, please also check the following website for useful information on staying safely in the area, such as regional information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
○Convention website:
http://www.pk.emb-japan.go.jp/indexjp.htm
○Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Homepage (Pakistan):
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_011.html#ad-image-0
○Please submit a residence notification and register with Tabi-Regi. Before traveling abroad, please inform your family, friends, workplace, etc. of your travel itinerary and contact information at your destination in case of an emergency. If you are staying for three months or more, please be sure to submit a residence notification in case of an emergency.
http://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/toko/todoke/zairyu/index.html
In addition, if you are traveling or on a business trip for less than three months, please register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' overseas travel registration "Tabireji" so that you can receive safety information at any time while you are overseas. (For details, see https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/#)
Emergency contact number: 051-9072500 (Embassy of Japan in Pakistan)
～Announcement from the Embassy～ (Caution regarding demonstrations, etc. by PTI) (Part 2)
Nov. 24, 2024, 2:56 p.m.
[Main text]
1. Today (Sunday, November 24th), PTI is planning to hold a demonstration in central Islamabad, and as preparations for increased deployment of security forces and large-scale traffic control are already underway in various locations, traffic congestion is expected. In addition, some reports have been published about the possibility of terrorist threats in Islamabad and other major cities due to the demonstrations.
2. We advise all Japanese nationals residing in the country to refrain from going out for non-essential reasons today and until the situation calms down in order to avoid being caught up in unforeseen circumstances. Even if you do go out, please make sure to stay away from areas where demonstrations are taking place and continue to obtain the latest information from the media.
(1) Make sure to obtain the latest safety information from local media, and be mindful of safe behavior.
(2) Never go near areas where marches or rallies are taking place.
(3) If you encounter a procession while moving, etc., leave the area immediately.
(4) Please try to avoid places that are likely to be targets of attacks (religious facilities, locations where religious events are held, government agencies, military, police and other security authority facilities (including vehicles, checkpoints, etc.)) and media organizations as much as possible.
3. Depending on the area, restrictions on the use of mobile phone services are in place, including in Islamabad city.
4. In addition to the above points, please also check the following website for useful information on how to stay safely in the area, such as regional information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
○Convention website:
http://www.pk.emb-japan.go.jp/indexjp.htm
○Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Homepage (Pakistan):
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_011.html#ad-image-0
○Please submit a residence notification and register with Tabi-Regi. Before traveling abroad, please inform your family, friends, workplace, etc. of your travel itinerary and contact information at your destination in case of an emergency. If you are staying for three months or more, please be sure to submit a residence notification in case of an emergency.
http://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/toko/todoke/zairyu/index.html
In addition, if you are traveling or on a business trip for less than three months, please register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' overseas travel registration "Tabireji" so that you can receive safety information at any time while you are overseas. (For details, see https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/#)
Emergency contact number: 051-9072500 (Embassy of Japan in Pakistan)
～Announcement from the Embassy～ (Caution regarding demonstrations, etc. by PTI)
Nov. 22, 2024, 6:11 p.m.
1. On Sunday, November 24th, the PTI is planning to hold a demonstration in central Islamabad, and preparations are already underway to increase the number of security forces and impose large-scale traffic restrictions in various locations, so traffic congestion is expected on the day. It is also believed that the demonstrations and their effects may continue beyond the following day, Monday, November 25th.
2. To all Japanese nationals residing in the country, in order to avoid being caught up in unforeseen incidents, we ask that you avoid approaching areas where demonstrations, etc. are taking place on the day of the incident and until the situation has calmed down thereafter, and continue to make efforts to obtain the latest information from media, etc.
(1) Make sure to obtain the latest safety information from local media, and be mindful of safe behavior.
(2) Never go near areas where marches or rallies are taking place.
(3) If you encounter a procession while moving, etc., leave the area immediately.
(4) Please try to avoid places that are likely to be targets of attacks (religious facilities, locations where religious events are held, government agencies, military, police and other security authority facilities (including vehicles, checkpoints, etc.)) and media organizations as much as possible.
3. Depending on the region, restrictions on the use of mobile phone services may be implemented, so please make sure to secure other means of communication (landline, internet, etc.).
4. In addition to the above points, please also check the following website for useful information on how to stay safely in the area, such as regional information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
○Convention website:
http://www.pk.emb-japan.go.jp/indexjp.htm
○Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Homepage (Pakistan):
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_011.html#ad-image-0
○Please submit a residence notification and register with Tabi-Regi. Before traveling abroad, please inform your family, friends, workplace, etc. of your travel itinerary and contact information at your destination in case of an emergency. If you are staying for three months or more, please be sure to submit a residence notification in case of an emergency.
http://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/toko/todoke/zairyu/index.html
In addition, if you are traveling or on a business trip for less than three months, please register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' overseas travel registration "Tabireji" so that you can receive safety information at any time while you are overseas. (For details, see https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/#)
Emergency contact number: 051-9072500 (Embassy of Japan in Pakistan)
Traffic information for IDEAS2024 event
Nov. 20, 2024, 11:31 p.m.
[Main text]
1. An IDEAS 2024-related event will be held at Nishan-e-Pakistan (Sea view) from 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 21.
2. According to information, students at schools in the vicinity of the venue have been instructed to return home early, and traffic congestion is expected to occur from the morning.
3. In addition, in accordance with the movement of VIPs, there is a possibility that widespread road closures will be implemented on the routes leading to the venue. Therefore, please make efforts to obtain the latest information and avoid approaching such roads and their surrounding areas.
4. In addition to the above points, please also check the following website for useful information on how to stay safely in the area. We also ask that you make an effort to secure a means of communication.
○Our "Safety Information Distribution X"
https://x.com/CGJapanKRC_SFT
○Our website: "Safety and Medical"
https://www.kr.pk.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/anzen.html
○ Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Information Website (Pakistan)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_011.html#ad-image-0
Emergency Contact: Consulate-General of Japan in Karachi Tel: (+92-21) 3522-0800
[Contact Information]
Consulate General of Japan in Karachi Tel: 021-3522-0800
Email: japan.consulate.karachi@kr.mofa.go.jp
