GENERAL ADVICE FROM THE EMBASSY OF MALAYSIA IN BANGKOK
THE CURRENT SITUATION IN BANGKOK
A bomb exploded at the Ratchaprasong junction in Bangkok, reported to have come from a bomb planted in the shrine located at the tourist area late evening on 18 August 2015. So far authorities have confirmed that there are 20 fatal casualties and 125 injured victims.
In this connection, the Embassy of Malaysia in Bangkok wishes to advise Malaysians travelling to or already in Bangkok to be extremely cautious and are advised to be vigilant and monitor closely the developments by following the news from local and international media (print and electronic). Malaysians are also encouraged to inform the Embassy on details of their stay in Bangkok as below. Any Malaysian requiring consular assistance may contact the Embassy of Malaysia in Bangkok, as follows:
Embassy of Malaysia, Bangkok
33-35 South Sathorn Road
Tungmahamek
10120 Bangkok, Thailand
Tel: +662 629 6800 or
+6687 028 4659 (after working hours)
Fax: +662 679 2208 / +662 679 2270
Email: mwbangkok@kln.gov.my
Embassy of Malaysia
Bangkok
18 August 201