Cyprus Villa Holidays
US Department Of State Post Report
The Embassy observes the following Lebanese holidays, in addition to the ten American holidays observed worldwide. Although some local facilities are closed on these days, taxis operate, hotels and restaurants remain open. ... All U.S. personnel 1ive on the compound, in a mix of villas and apartments. The compound encompasses a number of levels, with many stairs to be negotiated going from level to level. TDY housing is provided in the former Marine House. A Welcome Kit is permanently provided. The Kit includes but is not limited to the following items: ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
In addition to the usual 10 U.S. holidays, the following local holidays are observed at the U.S. Mission to Doha: ... An amateur, English-language theater group that produces several plays every year, including one or more musical productions exist. There are a few private choral, instrumental and dance groups in Doha, but no city choir, dance troupe or orchestra exists. The National Folklore Troupe, established to preserve Qatar's traditional music and dance, presents public performances on holidays and for special events. ... [Read More]
Romania
On December 21, an Antena 1 cameraman was beaten while filming a fire at the villa of former Health Minister Mircea Beuran in the village of Ciolpani. The cameraman suffered several contusions and his leg was put in traction. Local citizens, who were angered by his presence, beat the cameraman; some alleged that the guards at Beuran's residence began the attack. The journalist was on public property and had not broken any law; he has issued a criminal complaint against his attackers. A local policeman reportedly assisted in the beating and did not intervene to protect the cameraman. ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
In addition to the 12 American holidays observed worldwide, the Embassy and Consulates General observe two Saudi Arabian holidays — Eid al-Fitr, the breaking of the fast of Ramadan, and Eid al-Adha, the celebration at the end of the pilgrimage or Haj season. Both are religious observances, and their dates vary according to the lunar calendar. ... About 13,000 Americans have registered with the Consular Office in Riyadh. Those not with the U.S. Government are with private business concerns or on contract with the Saudi Government. They are scattered throughout the city and its environs in single villas or compounds. SecurityLast Updated: 9/28/2004 8:59 AM As a result of the continuing terrorist threat in Saudi Arabia, the U.S. Embassy and Consulates General in Saudi Arabia became one-year unaccompanied posts effective August 12, 2004. The Embassy continues to receive new information suggesting that additional terrorist actions agai ... [Read More]
1996 Country Commercial Guides
U.S. Department of StateEgypt Country Commercial GuideOffice of the Coordinator for Business Affairs COUNTRY COMMERCIAL GUIDE EGYPT 1995/1996 EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA CAIRO, EGYPT JULY 1995TABLE OF CONTENTSCHAPTER I EXECUTIVE SUMMARY CHAPTER II ECONOMIC TRENDS AND OUTLOOK CHAPTER III POLITICAL ENVIRONMENT CHAPTER IV MARKETING U.S. PRODUCTS & SERVICES CHAPTER V LEADING SECTORS FOR U.S. EXPORTS & INVESTMENT CHAPTER VI TRADE REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS CHAPTER VII INVESTMENT CLIMATE CHAPTER VIII TRADE AND PROJECT FINANCINGCHAPTER IX BUSINESS TRAVELCHAPTER X APPENDICES APPENDIX A - COUNTRY DATA APPENDIX B - DOMESTIC ECONOMY APPENDIX C - TRADE APPENDIX D - INVESTMENT STATISTICS APPENDIX E - U.S. AND COUNTRY CONTACTS APPENDIX F - MARKET RESEARCH ... [Read More]
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