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MANILA, Philippines?A week after the slaughter of civilians in the southern province of Mindanao, Australia on Monday reissued its advisory against traveling in the Philippines, citing the ?high threat of terrorist attack and the high level of serious crime.?
?On 23 November 2009, at least 57 people were abducted and killed in the province of Maguindanao on the island of Mindanao in what appears to have been a politically-motivated attack. Violent crime is a significant problem in the Philippines,? the advisory said.
It also said that the Australian government continues to receive ?credible reports indicating terrorists are planning attacks against a range of targets in a variety of locations, including places frequented by foreigners.?
?We strongly advise you not to travel to Mindanao, including mainland Mindanao, the Zamboanga Peninsula and the Sulu Archipelago, due to the very high threat of terrorist attack, including kidnapping, and related counter-terrorism operations.
?Armed clashes between Philippine security forces and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front could occur without warning, including in central Mindanao. Attacks occurred in late 2008 and mid-2009 against military and civilian targets. Further attacks cannot be ruled out,? the advisory said.
