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      "summary": "Normal precautions for most of the country; FCDO advises against travel to some regions.",
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      "title": "Mandatory Identification",
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        "text": "The Central African Republic is a volatile country. Since the early 2000s, recurrent civil conflicts and political unrest have adversely affected the country's overall state of security."
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        "text": "Hot, dry, dusty harmattan winds affect northern areas. Floods are common."
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        "text": "Police manning checkpoints will demand bribes; expect no less than US$5."
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        "text": "The Central African Republic has the distinction of being one of the most lawless countries in the world."
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        "text": "Demonstrations and protests occur from time to time and they can be violent. Regular monitoring of local media is advisable."
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        "text": "As one of the most lawless nations in the world, the authorities of the Central African Republic are incredibly corrupt and are only there to do two things: deprive you of your personal property and harass you."
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  "whatChanged": "The Central African Republic remains a 24/100 risk with government advisories split between level 2 and level 4, while global polio and measles notices persist.",
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