91 Malaysians remain uncontactable after Nepal, China floods
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 91 Malaysians, comprising 55 in Nepal and 36 in China, remain uncontactable as of 8pm today following floods that struck on Aug 26, the Foreign Ministry said.
Malaysia's Foreign Ministry announced on August 27 that 91 Malaysian nationals remain uncontactable following floods that hit Nepal and China on August 26. The ministry, in a statement, pledged to cooperate with Chinese and Nepalese authorities and cross-check figures to prevent duplicate reports. It urged the media and public to rely on the ministry's official figures, as they could change once contact is established with the affected individuals and new information is received.
The ministry acknowledged the public's heightened concern over the limited personal information released on the uncontactable Malaysians. Under consular procedures, individual case details are provided directly to verified immediate next of kin. Consular officers have contacted all available immediate next of kin for updates. The ministry emphasized that personal details would not be released publicly without consent.
While appreciating public concern, the ministry prioritized the interests and welfare of the uncontactable Malaysians and their families. The ministry urged all parties to respect the privacy of affected families and relied on official information as consular efforts continued. For immediate next of kin to provide details and assist Malaysians affected by the situation, they can contact the ministry's 24-hour operations room at +603 8887 4570 or via email at dutyofficer@kln.gov.my.
Family members may also submit relevant details to the Embassy of Malaysia in Kathmandu or Beijing, with a copy to the ministry's Operations Room.
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