American Citizens Services Newsletter

Warden Message (November 10, 2005)

Update to Possible Terror Threat to Hotels in China

The American Consulate General in Hong Kong has learned that the information referred to in Embassy Beijing's warden message of November 9 included mention of Hong Kong hotels without any further specific information. Beijing's warden message is repeated below.

The American Embassy in Beijing has learned that Chinese police advised hotels that Islamic extremist elements could be planning to attack four and five star hotels in China sometime over the course of the next week. Chinese authorities have assured the Embassy that they are taking appropriate security measures and investigating the possible threat thoroughly. American citizens visiting Chinese four and five star hotels should review their plans carefully, remain vigilant with regard to their personal security, and exercise caution. Reports should be made to local police if one notices unusual activities in or around these areas.

Americans living or traveling in Hong Kong are encouraged to register with the U.S. Consulate General through the State Department's travel registration website, https://travelregistration.state.gov. Americans without Internet access may register directly with the Consulate by calling 2841-2211. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the Consulate to contact them in case of emergency.

U.S. citizens planning to travel to Hong Kong should consult the Department of State's country-specific Public Announcements, Travel Warnings, Consular Information Sheets, the Worldwide Caution Public Announcement and other information, available at http://travel.state.gov. Up-to-date information on security conditions can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 in the U.S. and for callers outside the U.S. and Canada a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444.

 

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This message is published by the American Citizens Services Unit, U.S. Consulate General, Hong Kong, tel: 2841-2211, 2841-2323, 2841-2225; fax: 2845-4845; e-mail: acshk@state.gov; website: http://www.hongkongacs.com; All services by online appointment only.

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U.S. CONSULATE GENERAL HONG KONG
26 GARDEN ROAD, CENTRAL, HONG KONG

 

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Last modified: November 11, 2005