General : Malaysians Advised To Reconsider Non-essential Travel To Southern Thailand
KANGAR, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysians in Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat, as well as those planning to travel there, have been urged to remain vigilant following a series of recent security incidents in the three southern Thai provinces.
KUALA LUMPUR, August 25 — The Malaysian Consul General in Songkhla, Ahmad Fahmi Ahmad Sarkawi, has advised Malaysians in the southern Thai provinces of Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat, as well as those planning to visit these areas, to be cautious due to recent security incidents. Fahmi urged Malaysians to reconsider non-essential travel to the affected regions and to avoid areas impacted by security incidents, demonstrations, or large gatherings.
He advised adhering to instructions from Thai authorities, including curfews, road closures, and security checks. Recently, Narathiwat was placed under a curfew from 10.15pm on August 22 to 5am on August 23 following over 50 incidents, such as bombings and the burning of local government offices and tires. Fahmi emphasized that Malaysians should avoid traveling at night in the affected areas, follow official announcements, and inform their immediate family members about their travel plans.
He also reminded Malaysians driving into Thailand to bring their original physical driving license, rather than relying on the digital license through the MyJPJ application. Authorities are urging Malaysians to carry all important documents, including vehicle registration and insurance, throughout their journey for seamless checks by Thai authorities.
Fahmi warned that Thai authorities are actively enforcing traffic regulations for Malaysian-registered vehicles, issuing summonses to several Malaysian drivers for documentation and traffic-related offenses.
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