"The world's No.1 Internet search company said that Wael Ghonim had not been seen since late Thursday in central Cairo, which has been wracked by anti-government protests.
The government has cut off Internet access in the country in an attempt to restrict communications among protesters.
'The safety of our employees is very important to Google, so if anyone has any information please call the following UK number: +44 20 7031 3008,' Google said in a statement.
A person familiar with the matter told Reuters that Ghonim is based in Dubai and had traveled to Cairo for 'personal reasons.'
Google has temporarily closed its office in Cairo to ensure the general safety of its employees, the person said.
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