Thailand: Temporary closure of the New Zealand Embassy
Updated: 17 May 2010, 15:35 NZDT

Due to protest activity and an intensified presence of security forces in the immediate vicinity of the New Zealand Embassy in Bangkok (located in Wireless Road), the Embassy will be closed on Monday 17 May. The security situation will be reviewed again on Tuesday 18 May.

New Zealand citizens in Thailand who require emergency assistance from the Embassy should contact the Embassy’s duty officer on the following number: +66 81 837 7240

We are currently advising New Zealanders against all travel to Bangkok and against all tourist and other non-essential travel elsewhere in Thailand.

New Zealanders currently in Thailand are strongly advised to avoid all protests and rallies and any areas of military or security force activity, comply with any restrictions and instructions issued by the local authorities, monitor events closely and remain vigilant as the security situation could change quickly.

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