KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians are advised to defer travel plans to Bangkok due to the escalating violence in the Thai capital, Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Anifah Aman said.Travel to other parts of Thailand, however, was safe, he said in a statement.
So far, Malaysians in Bangkok were reported safe and the Malaysian embassy there would remain open, he added.
“As neighbours with close bilateral relations, Malaysia hopes that Thailand will be able to resolve the political problems through peaceful means,” Anifah said.
Malaysians in Bangkok are urged to avoid hot spots occupied by the Red Shirt protesters particularly the Ratchaprasong intersection, Lumpini Park, Silom Road and its surrounding areas.
Anifah also advised them to be vigilant and monitor the latest news from the media.
They are also urged to register with the Malaysian Embassy at 35, South Sathorn Rd, Tungmahamek, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120 or call +662 629 6800 or email to [email protected].
The operations room at the embassy opens daily from 4pm to 10pm on weekdays and from 10am to 10pm on weekends. — Bernama