Articles tagged ‘Denmark’
Denmark’s ambassador to return to Bali today
By Nick | February 22nd, 2006 |
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Denmark’s ambassador will return to Bali today. The Danish embassy in Jakarta came unde attack, or at least serious prostest earlier this month by Muslims angry at the cartoons of Prophet Mohammed. No real damage was done, but after annoymous threats had been made against Danish citizens, the ambassador left.
Danish Consulate to stay open in Bali
By Nick | February 13th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
Denmark has closed its Embassy in Jakarta due to threats from an extremist group. The cartoons of Prophet Mohammed have stirred up passions around the world and the local loonies don’t want to be left out. Indonesian politicians are saying there is no need for that, but its not their neck.
Denmark ups the level of travel warning for citizens in Indonesia
By Nick | February 12th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
Denmark has raised the level of travel warning for Indonesia. The cartoons of Prophet Mohammed have caused a storm around the world, with threats against Denmark, its Prime Minister and attacks on its Embassies.
Danish travel advisory will not affect Bali tourism industry
By Nick | February 9th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
Indonesian Tourism Community secretary general Zacky Siradz has claimed that Denmark’s recent travel advisory against Indonesia will not significantly affect Indonesia’s tourism industry. Speaking on Wednesday, the day after Denmark told its citizens to either cancel trips to Indonesia, or leave Indonesia, Siradz said that even though every country has a right to issue warnings, [...]
Denmark advises nationals to leave Indonesia
By Nick | February 8th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
Denmark has advised its citizens not to travel to Indonesia, and for Danes in Indonesia to leave. The cartoon pictures of the Prophet Mohammed have become a Muslim version of the Monica Lewinsky saga, where much was made of something quite small.
