Security Notice

Security Notice, September 19, 2006

The police stated that the CNG Auto Rickshaw drivers association called for a day long strike today, September 19, 2006.They will hold a demonstration in the downtown area at 1100 hours today in support of their demands.

The Embassy advises all American Citizens to avoid the downtown area during the time specified above. 

We also recommend that American Citizens monitor announcements that are published in the local press or announced in the local media.

U.S. Embassy
Dhaka, Bangladesh