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Some usefull tips for the trip as journalist to Baghdad
1 Never ride in a strange taxi. By doing so you make yourself a potential kidnap victim. Ask the concierge at your hotel to find you a driver. Insist that he speak fluent English - this will make your trip much more productive. 2 Immediately after you arrive in Iraq, register with the CPA (Central Press Administration), currently located in Saddam's Conference Palace. There you will receive a journalist's document of identification, which helps you avoid problems with the American Army and Iraqi police. Carry the document in such a way that it is visible to everyone. 3 During your activities, never wear the lifejacket - others may think you are with the military. Hide it in the car in case you become involved in a conflict. 4 Do not shoot pictures from a moving car! Two journalists were killed doing this while driving past a US convoy. The soldiers don't have time to check whether you have a camera or a gun. 5 Do not attempt to photograph the Hotel Baghdad, either standing nearby or while driving by in a car. The hotel is currently the headquarters of the CIA. You will be located by snipers within minutes and (at best) arrested. All pictures on your camera chip will be deleted. 6 Never travel in Baghdad (or anywhere else in Iraq) in a large American vehicle like a GMC or Chevrolet. These types of vehicles are used by the US Military, making you a potential target. 7 Never show that you're carrying cash while shopping or while on the street! By doing so, you risk your life. 8 Learn a few Arab greetings! The most important are: 9 In private discussions, condemn the American policy in the Near East. You can get into trouble over differences of opinion. 10 Be careful when making gestures. Be quiet and friendly. Never stare at a woman in the company of her man. oder schreiben Sie ins Gästebuch: Another Tips from Sababa03 11 Raising your thums up. In US, it means "OK", "all right", or "approval". In Arab countries it viewed, as raising your middle-finger. 12 Negotiating with Arabs, never wear sunglasses - even in scorching sunlight. Arabs are polite and timid. They wants to see your eyes, to gage your intentions. And they know how to read them. 13 if you wish to say "No" to an Arab (or even Israeli), never say, "umm, I don't think so". Say NO, or YES. 14 As Westerner staying in an Arab-Muslim country, two subjects you want to avoid discussing. 15 When negotiating with Arabs, never talk business first. They need time to feel comfortable with you, and your presence, before committing to anything. WICHTIG!!!
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