Canada updates travel advice on Sri Lanka as crisis ends

28 Dec, 2018

Canada has updated its travel advice on Sri Lanka as the political crisis has come to and end.

The Canadian Foreign Ministry said that the information on political instability in Sri Lanka has been removed from its updated?travel advice.

The update however notes that even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time and they can also lead to disruptions to traffic and public transportation.

“Avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place.?Follow the instructions of local authorities.?Monitor local media for information on ongoing demonstrations,” the updated?travel advice said. (Colombo Gazette)

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