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hazel · « **on:** October 14, 2007, 03:19:30 AM »

Pia Lee-Brago
The Philippine Star

The Canadian government has identified 10 Philippine provinces that are considered possible terror attack targets.

In an updated travel advisory released Friday, Canada advised its citizens against all travel to Sulu, Basilan, the Zamboanga Peninsula, Zamboanga del Sur, Saragani, Davao del Sur, South Cotabato, North Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat and Maguindanao "unless they have critical or compelling business or family reasons."

"There is a threat of a terrorist attack, which could occur at anytime in this region. In the recent past there have been several bombings in a number of locations, including (but not limited to) Cotabato, Kidapawan and General Santos City causing several deaths and numerous injuries," the advisory read.

Canada cited continuing reports of ongoing terrorist threats to Westerners and Western interests in the Philippines.

Despite a number of highly publicized arrests of persons allegedly associated with terrorist groups, Canada said the threat of terrorist actions remains.

Canada advised its citizens to refrain from traveling at night particularly in Mindanao.

"Bombings and crime-related shootings have occurred in Mindanao, Manila and other parts of the country, and explosive devices continue to be discovered by security authorities. Canadians should be vigilant and comply with all security procedures. Anything suspicious should be reported immediately to the nearest security authority," the advisory said.

Canada also reminded its citizens to be always alert of kidnappings in the Philippines as reports of planned for kidnap-for-ransom continues to hog headlines.

"Kidnappings have occurred throughout the country, including in Manila and several resort areas, and deaths have resulted in some cases. Canadians should be cautious when traveling to, and around, coastal areas and island resorts," the advisory said.

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Canada names 10 RP terror targets