Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
Event: Local Holiday in Islamabad Capital Territory and Rawalpindi District during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Council of Heads of Government, October 14-16.
The Government of Pakistan has announced a local holiday for Islamabad Capital Territory and Rawalpindi District from October 14 – 16, 2024 (Monday to Wednesday) during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Council of Heads of Government.
Traffic congestion and an enhanced security presence are expected in parts of Islamabad. Cell phones, mobile networks, and messaging applications may be disrupted. U.S. citizens are encouraged to monitor local media for updates. Movement of U.S. Mission personnel may be limited.
U.S. Embassy Islamabad will be closed on Monday, October 14, in observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The Embassy will be open October 15-16 to provide emergency American Citizen Services.
Actions for U.S. Citizens to Take:
- Review your personal security plan.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Review the Country Security Report for Pakistan.
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