Bangkok:The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that numerous countries are advising their citizens to stock up on emergency supplies in light of various potential emergencies.

According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Jaithai Upakarnnitikaset, Director-General of the Department of Information and Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sihasak Phuangketkaew, has tasked Permanent Secretary Ekasiri Pindaruji with leading a meeting. This meeting, involving Thai embassies and consulates general in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the United States, aims to monitor and evaluate the situation and the measures implemented by various countries. Despite the uncertainty in many regions, these preparedness actions are seen as standard practice and are not indicative of an impending crisis.

The Ministry, alongside Thai embassies and consulates, is actively monitoring the situation and has established operational plans to assist Thai citizens abroad if emergencies occur. Regular warnings have been issued by the Royal Thai Embassy and Consulate-General to Thai citizens, advising them to adhere to local authority announcements and recommendations. Thai communities abroad are encouraged to stay informed through their local embassies and consulates, which are available for assistance via emergency hotlines and other communication channels.