Bahrain Accommodation
V. Country Narratives -- Countries Q through Z
Zambia is a source and transit country for women and children trafficked for the purpose of sexual exploitation. Driven by homelessness and poverty, indigenous children in prostitution are found in most cities and constitute the country’s most significant trafficking problem. Anecdotal reports suggest that Zambian women are trafficked to South Africa for sexual exploitation. It is likely that Zambia is also a transit point for regional trafficking of women to South Africa. The Government of Zambia does not fully comply with the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking; however, it is making significant efforts to do so. During the past year, Zambia has demonstrated significant progress in its efforts to combat trafficking in persons. While Zambia’s existing laws are adequate to criminalize the full scope of trafficking in persons offenses, prevention and detec ... [Read More]
Country Narratives -- Countries Q through Z
The government assists victims with a full range of social and health care services, and temporary residence is available on an individual basis. It provides funding to UK and foreign victim-assistance NGOs. The government established a pilot project to support victims of trafficking through cooperation with a specialized domestic violence NGO. Victims who wish to return home or who are not authorized to remain are provided reintegration assistance, including initial counseling, suitable accommodation and support in reintegration into their own community. The police issued standard operating procedures to prevent the intimidation and harassment of witnesses. The Home Office prepared specific guidance for officials who may encounter trafficking to understand the difference between trafficking victims and illegal migrants. Victims are encouraged to assist in investigation and prosecution of trafficking and may file civil suits. ... [Read More]
Money Laundering and Financial Crimes
In October 2000 Vanuatu addressed deficiencies in the regulation of the banking sector by passing the Financial Transaction Recording Act. This law requires financial institutions to identify customers and beneficial owners when establishing business relations or account accommodations. Regulatory agencies in Vanuatu have instituted stricter procedures for issuance of offshore banking licenses and continue to review the status of previously issued licenses. This legislation requires all financial institutions, both domestic and offshore, to report suspicious transactions and to maintain records of all transactions for 6 years, including the identities of the parties involved. Safe harbor provisions are provided under this legislation to all suspicious transactions reported in good faith. ... [Read More]
Department of State Washington File: Transcript: Powell Says Military Action in Iraq Would Be "Swift"
SECRETARY POWELL: No, it's Iraq. And it's unlike any of the others. It's going to be very difficult and we are looking at a variety of modes -- a trusteeship model for an extended period of time under international trusteeship of some kind. Or is it going to take a military leader to manage it for a while? Or can we find a solution where those who are coming from outside the country and those inside the country can find an accommodation that would put in place a political system that is representative of its people and has the confidence of its people? ... [Read More]
Documents 66-97
The attached Conclusions of NIE 36-61: Nasser and the Future of Arab Nationalism/2/ supported as cogently as I have ever seen the case for the US seeking a limited accommodation with Nasser: ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
The local currency is the Qatari Riyal (QR), worth about U.S. 28 cents and divided into 100 dirhams. The official rate of exchange is US$1=QRs 3.639. Local banks offer only slightly lower rates for cash, less favorable rates for credit cards and personal checks. American employees and spouses may cash personal U.S. dollar checks at a local bank at the rate of US$1=QRs 3.615, plus a processing fee of QRs 5 per check. The Embassy has limited accommodation exchange facilities. ... [Read More]
M) Money Laundering and Financial Crimes
In February 2001, the Government of Jersey brought into effect the Financial Services (Jersey) Law. This legislation amended the Investment Business (Jersey) Law by extending Jersey’s financial regulations to Jersey’s approximately 300 trust and company services providers. Businesses that provide company administration, trustee, or fiduciary services are subject to the law. Secondly, in the course of providing such services, the person must provide any one of a number of services, such as being a company formation agent, a director, a secretary, the provider of registered office, the provider of accommodation address, or acting as trustee. Under the new law, the FSC can and does visit each business to ensure compliance with Codes of Practice. These Codes of Practice, which are established for investment and trust company businesses, set out the basic principles under which the business should be conducted. They include the requirement that the Island’s anti-money laundering defenses sh ... [Read More]
U.S. Department of State Careers: Foreign Service Specialist: Diplomatic Courier
Please Note: Applications can be faxed to 571-345-3701, but must be followed up with the original application. Original applications must be received prior to final processing.Applications received through the Department of State's inter-office mail system or mailed in Government-franked envelopes will not be accepted.Executive Branch agencies are barred by 5 US Code 3303 as amended from accepting or considering prohibited political recommendations and are required to return any prohibited political recommendations to sender. In addition, as mandated by 5 US Code 3110, sons and daughters of federal employees cannot be granted preference in competing for these employment opportunities.THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE IS COMMITTED TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND FAIR AND EQUITABLE TREATMENT FOR ALL WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, RELIGION, AGE, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, DISABLING CONDITI ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
The Embassy provides accommodation exchange. ... Domestic servants are non-Bahrainis, and, therefore, must be sponsored by an employer. Such sponsorship involves providing international transportation to the domestic’s country of origin at the conclusion of a tour, plus providing accommodations and any necessary health care. The latter is not a problem since most residences have servant’s quarters; however, the former can be a significant expense. An employer of a part-time worker does not have sponsorship responsibilities. Religious ActivitiesLast Updated: 11/17/2003 9:07 AM Bahrain allows freedom of worship. Although most Bahrainis are Muslims, several Christian churches serve the foreign community. Both Protestant and Catholic services are held every Friday and Sunday on the navy base (NSA). Protestant Sunday school is available ... [Read More]
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