KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 2 — Malaysian citizens are advised to defer any non-essential travel to Dhaka, Bangladesh, for the time being due to the unpredictable nature of the situation on the ground, said the Foreign Ministry (Wisma Putra).
It is aware that some Malaysian citizens intend to return to Bangladesh.
Malaysian citizens are also advised to register their presence in Bangladesh with the High Commission of Malaysia in Dhaka.
Similarly, Malaysian students who choose to return to Bangladesh to continue their studies are advised to register with the High Commission of Malaysia in Dhaka as soon as they arrive.
“Malaysian citizens in Bangladesh should remain vigilant and avoid being near any large gatherings or conflict areas.
“Precautions must also be taken in accordance with the instructions issued by local authorities,” Wisma Putra said in its latest statement today.
Via the High Commission of Malaysia in Dhaka, it is committed to ensuring the welfare and safety of all Malaysian citizens in Bangladesh while continuously monitoring the situation.
Citing independent estimates, a news report said over 200 people have been killed since July 16.
Clashes started on July 15 between the police and student protesters demanding an end to a quota that reserved 30 per cent of government jobs for relatives of veterans who fought in the 1971 War of Independence against Pakistan.
Malaysians who require consular assistance can contact the High Commission of Malaysia via the following details:
Malaysian High Commission in Dhaka
House No 19, Road No 6,
Baridhara Diplomatic Enclave,
Dhaka – 1212
People’s Republic of Bangladesh
Phone number: +880241081892 / 1895
+88 018 4179 8077 (for emergencies only)
Email: [email protected]
— Bernama
