MFA advises S'poreans to postpone travel plans to Bangkok
Posted: 12 April 2009 1820 hrs

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SINGAPORE : The Singapore Foreign Ministry has advised Singaporeans to postpone their travel plans to Bangkok to a later date, if they do not have a pressing need to travel to Bangkok and the other areas where a state of emergency has been declared.

Responding to media queries, an MFA spokesman said Singaporeans intending to travel to Thailand should closely monitor news developments there.

Those who decide to travel there are advised to register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at http://www.mfa.gov.sg.

This will enable the MFA and Embassy in Bangkok to contact Singaporeans and render them assistance in case of emergencies.

Singaporeans are also advised to avoid areas where there is a risk of disturbance.

MFA said they should also take the necessary precautions for their personal safety.

During this period of uncertainty, Singaporeans are advised to monitor the local news diligently and be prepared to face inconveniences in their travel.

MFA also encouraged all Singaporeans travelling abroad to purchase comprehensive medical and travel insurance.

On Sunday afternoon, the Thai Government announced a state of emergency in Bangkok, Nonthaburi and some districts in the neighbouring provinces of Nakorn Pathom, Pathum Thani, Ayudhya and Samut Prakarn. MFA and the Embassy in Bangkok are closely monitoring the situation.

Singaporeans who require assistance can contact the Singapore Embassy in Bangkok or the MFA Duty Officer (24-hours) at:

Embassy of the Republic of Singapore
129 South Sathorn Road, Bangkok 10120
Tel: 001-66-(81) 844-3580 / 001-66-(2) 286-2111
Fax: 001-66-(2) 286-6966
Email: singemb_bkk@sgmfa.gov.sg

Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Tel: 6379 8800, 6379 8855
Fax: 6476-7302
Email: mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg