Singaporeans advised to defer non-essential travel to Sri Lanka amid protests: MFA

SINGAPORE: Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) on Thursday (May well 12) recommended Singaporeans to defer all non-necessary journey to Sri Lanka soon after clashes broke out there.

“Singaporeans who are in Sri Lanka are strongly suggested to exercising vigilance and take all required safety measures for their personal protection,” said MFA in a travel advisory. 

An financial disaster in Sri Lanka led to a lot more than a month of primarily peaceful demonstrations, but public anger exploded into violence this 7 days. 

It brought on clashes nationwide, with at least nine men and women, such as two policemen, dead. Extra than 200 individuals have been wounded and 136 homes broken.

MFA explained Singaporeans in Sri Lanka are recommended to stay clear of general public destinations wherever there are protests and big gatherings of people.

They ought to also monitor the news closely and heed the recommendations of community authorities.

“Singaporeans who are travelling to or in Sri Lanka are also strongly encouraged to acquire detailed journey insurance plan and be acquainted with the phrases and coverage,” included MFA.

Singaporeans in Sri Lanka are also inspired to e-sign up with MFA if they have not completed so. 

People who call for consular aid can get hold of the Singapore Honorary Consulate-Common in Colombo at +94-11-5577300, +94-11-2304444, +94-11-5577111 or email nawaloka [at] slt.lk“>nawaloka [at] slt.lk. 

Singaporeans can also method the 24-hour MFA Duty Place of work at +65 6379 8800/8855.