Kiribati
關於Kiribati
貨幣 | Australian Dollar (AUD) |
語言 | English |
資本金 | Tarawa |
Kiribati, previously a British Colony known as the Gilbert Islands, became an independent nation in 1979. Located in the Pacific Ocean, the nation is composed of three island groups formed by 33 coral islands. Only 21 of the islands are inhabited. Due to its location in Oceania, Kiribati experiences a tropical climate with typhoon season occurring from November to March every year. Because it is intersected by both the equator and the international date line, Kiribati is the only country in the world to lie in all four hemispheres, i.e., Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western.
The population of Kiribati is approximately 106,925 people (2016 estimate). In this presidential republic, the president is the chief of state and the head of government. Kiribati’s limited natural resources and remote island location restrict its global economic participation and make the nation highly dependent on foreign aid.
With the tropical climate, rich culture and excellent fishing, Kiribati beckons the adventurous traveller to come explore.
Kiribati的建議疫苗接種
對於大多數旅行者
甲型肝炎疫苗
There is a risk of exposure to hepatitis A in this country, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.
乙肝疫苗
There is a risk of infection with hepatitis B for this country, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.
對於一些旅行者
卡介苗芽孢桿菌(BCG)疫苗
BCG vaccine is recommended for those at increased risk from coming in close contact with infected persons or for unvaccinated, children under 16 years of age, who are going to live in the country for more than 3 months.
麻疹,腮腺炎,風疹(MMR)疫苗
A dose of Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended for infants aged 6 to 11 months.
狂犬病疫苗
Vaccination against rabies could be considered for those whose activities or employment may bring them into direct contact with bats or wild animals (i.e. adventure travellers, veterinarians, wildlife professionals, researchers, etc.).
傷寒疫苗
There is a risk of exposure to typhoid fever in this country through consumption of unsafe food and water. Since exposure to unsafe sources is variable within this country, the vaccination against typhoid fever is generally recommended, especially when visiting smaller cities, rural areas, or staying with friends and family.
Kiribati的推薦藥物
目前沒有針對Kiribati的建議。
Kiribati要注意的疾病
對於大多數旅行者
Hepatitis A
There is a risk of exposure to hepatitis A virus in this country through contaminated food or water.
Dengue Fever
There is a risk of dengue fever in this country.
Hepatitis B
There is a risk for acquiring hepatitis B in this country.
對於一些旅行者
Zika Fever
Zika fever may occur in Kiribati.
Measles
There is a risk of acquiring Measles in this country.
Hanta Virus
There is a risk of acquiring Hantavirus in this country through the consumption of food and water contaminated by an infected rodent or through rodent bites.
Chikungunya Fever
There is a risk of acquiring Chikungunya in this country.
Rabies
The risk of acquiring Rabies is low. However, it may be present in bats, but has not been reported in domestic animals in this country. Those with occupational risks (such as veterinarians, wildlife professionals, researchers) may be at risk.
Typhoid Fever
Unvaccinated people can become infected through contaminated food and water in Kiribati, especially when visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where water and food may not be safe.
Tuberculosis
Travellers to this country are at risk for tuberculosis if visiting sick friends or family, working in the healthcare field, or having close prolonged contact with a sick person.
Kiribati中的安全性
人身安全
Although the crime rate in Kiribati is low, petty crime, such as pickpocketing, bag snatching, or other theft can occur anywhere. Always be alert in your surroundings, and do not leave belongings unattended. Safeguard your important documents such as your passport. Avoid walking alone at night. Do not accept drinks or food from strangers, and never leave your drink out of your sight. Harassment and abuse towards local women in Kiribati are common.
Take necessary precautions when travelling on roadways in Kiribati. Road conditions may be poor, especially after severe storms and floods. Lack of street lights on roadways limits visibility; do not travel at night. Drinking and driving are common. Drive on the left side of the road.
Travellers should be aware of overcrowding and lower safety standards on public buses and ferries. Furthermore, exercise caution when participating in adventure activities due to the lower safety and equipment standards.
Typhoon season (November-March) may also pose a risk to the traveller due to heavy rains, flooding, and infrastructure damage. Due to its location in an active seismic zone, Kiribati is also at risk of earthquakes and tsunamis. The traveller should be aware of the region’s evacuation plan in the case of a typhoon, earthquake or tsunami. Travellers are advised to move inland during these natural disasters and seek higher elevation, in accordance with the region’s evacuation plan. The Government of Kiribati has a limited ability to inform people of impending disaster.
Travellers are advised not to swim in the South Tarawa lagoon due to high levels of pollution making it unsafe. Furthermore, it is advised to avoid eating local fish on Tarawa because of pollution. Be aware of strong tides when swimming in ocean water as drownings occur yearly. The traveller should also note that nudity and revealing swimwear is illegal. Travellers should dress conservatively in respect of local sensitivities.
There may be unexploded ammunition on beaches in Tarawa, particularly in the Betio and South Tarawa areas. Internet and mobile services are unavailable on a few outer islands.
Same-sex relations are illegal in Kiribati and are not widely accepted. All public displays of affection are not advised due to the conservative nature of the country.