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Originally Posted by Big Money
Thank you much for the responses. I took it for granted that criminal activity, shakedowns, and corruption would be expected; but wasn't sure about current terrorism threat levels there or internal issues that could go collateral. I will check out the DOS site; already visited the Factbook site.
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Expect those things at unexpected levels. It's pretty "sporty" over there. No kidding, just the other day a USG coworker was looking for a TDY that offered "adventure" (has already been to the warzones). I immediately suggested Mali.
I would highly suggest reading State's travel warning. Richard gave good links: on the US Emb web, go to the
Warden msgs
and note the repeated use of the word "kidnapping". Having said that, I have a very good friend who's posted there in Bamako with his wife and 3 young kids.
I've been advised to avoid the northern regions...but it's desert up there (no trees).
I can get you some "ground truth" first thing next week.