COVID-19 risks
Oct. 19, 2022, midnight
In light of the fact that the global infection situation is generally improving, and that G7 countries have already stopped designating levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information will be 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.
Local and national news
Information for the past 30 days.
Warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 2))
Dec. 16, 2024, midnight wide area information
We would like to provide you with a warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 2)).
Alert for terrorism in Europe and the US
Dec. 9, 2024, midnight wide area information
During holiday and event seasons such as Christmas and New Year, there are increased gatherings and movements of people, which raises concerns that the possibility of terrorist attacks increases.
* In recent years, terrorist attacks have been occurring frequently in Europe and the United States, targeting places where security and surveillance are weak and where many ordinary citizens gather (soft targets). In particular, areas near tourist facilities, event venues, restaurants, hotels, shopping malls, public transportation, religious facilities, etc. are prone to terrorist attacks, so caution is required at all times.
○ Always make an effort to obtain the latest information and take sufficient precautions to ensure your safety.
Warning about special fraud (to avoid becoming a victim)
Nov. 29, 2024, midnight wide area information
We will issue wide-area information on special frauds.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Regarding the demonstration at the Autokomanda junction on the expressway on Monday, January 27th
Jan. 27, 2025, 5:36 p.m.
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It has been reported that on Monday, January 27th, student-led demonstrations will take place at the Autokomanda junction on the highway that passes through Belgrade from around 10:00 a.m. until late at night.
According to reports, the purpose of the demonstrations is to protest against the partial collapse of the Novi Sad station building on November 1st and the student demonstrations in response to the accident, and to question the government's response and responsibility.
The number of participants in the demonstrations on Friday, January 24th was reported to be 30,000 in Belgrade, 20,000 in Novi Sad, and 10,000 in Nis. In addition, on Thursday, January 16th and Friday, January 24th, some demonstrators were run over by cars.
*There is a risk of being involved in unforeseen accidents or incidents at these demonstrations and protest rallies, so please take care to ensure your own safety by not approaching the venues while they are taking place or by maintaining a sufficient distance from demonstrations and marches.
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Regarding the student-led demonstrations and strikes taking place in Belgrade and other parts of Serbia on Friday, January 24th
Jan. 23, 2025, 11:41 p.m.
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On Friday, January 24th, students in cities across Serbia are calling on citizens to go on strike, and some stores and other businesses are reportedly closing.
It has been reported that student-led demonstrations will take place in Belgrade from around 11:00 a.m. to around 1:30 p.m. on the same day.
According to reports, the purpose of the demonstrations is to protest against the partial collapse of the Novi Sad station building on November 1st and the student demonstrations in response to the accident, and to question the government's response and responsibility.
The demonstration will take place in two locations, Novi Beograde and the Old Town of Belgrade. After gathering in front of the high school in Zemun, the group is scheduled to head to the roundabout in Ušče and move through Novi Beograde. In the Old Town, the group will gather in front of Sava Cathedral before heading to the same roundabout and joining the group that gathered at Zemun High School to continue the demonstration.
○In addition, it was announced on social media that a demonstration would take place on Pancevo Bridge from around 4:00 p.m. on Friday, the 24th.
*There is a risk of being involved in unforeseen accidents or incidents at these demonstrations and protest rallies, so please take care to ensure your own safety by not approaching the venues while they are taking place or by maintaining a sufficient distance from demonstrations and marches.
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Phone: +381-11-3012800
FAX: +381-11-7118258
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