{
  "id": 10187901,
  "title": "Bangkok floods: Malaysians advised to register with e-Konsular",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/bangkok-floods-malaysians-advised-to-register-with-e-konsular",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-27T09:34:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/09/1542361/bangkok-floods-malaysians-advised-register-e-konsular"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Bangkok residents of Malaysian origin have been advised to stay in touch with the Malaysian Embassy for assistance and updates amidst widespread flooding that has impacted several areas and major transportation routes in the Thai capital. The Foreign Ministry issued a warning on Sunday, highlighting that a number of Malaysians have been impacted by the flooding, and the Embassy in Bangkok is providing the required support and aid. Malaysians seeking consular assistance or those with information on other Malaysians affected by the floods can reach the Embassy of Malaysia in Bangkok at the listed phone numbers or email address. The embassy urges Malaysians who have not yet registered their presence in Thailand through the e-Konsular system to do so immediately. The embassy continues to maintain close contact with local authorities and monitor the evolving situation. The ministry also cautioned Malaysians living in or visiting Bangkok to stay cautious, stay alert, and strictly adhere to safety instructions provided by local authorities. Those traveling to Suvarnabhumi Airport are advised to allow extra time for their journey and arrive well in advance, as access routes might face delays due to the persistent heavy rain that has been affecting Bangkok since Thursday.",
  "summary": "BANGKOK: Malaysians in Bangkok have been urged to remain in contact with the Malaysian Embassy for assistance and updates following extensive flooding that affected several districts and major transportation routes in the capital city.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}