Tunisia: Increased security likely ahead of the eighth Tokyo International Conference on African Development in Tunis, Aug. 27-28

Event

Tunisian authorities will likely increase security measures throughout Tunis ahead of the eighth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) Aug. 27-28. The conference will be attended by leaders from multiple African countries, Japan, and the UN.

While there have been no specific, announced threats to the summit, large gatherings of international and African leaders could pose an attractive target for militant groups. Security forces will respond swiftly and aggressively to any perceived threat. Authorities will likely increase security in and around the summit venue and its surrounding areas in the days leading up to the event. Additional security measures, including checkpoints and road closures, are also likely along all major routes between the venue and Tunis–Carthage Airport (TUN). Authorities may also temporarily close airspace around Tunis as key figures arrive and depart the city; flight delays are possible.

Advice

Plan for localized traffic disruptions and flight delays in Tunis Aug. 27-28. Heed all instructions of local authorities.