Foreign Ministry Urges Malaysians In The UK To Stay Vigilant Amid Ongoing Riots
Riots broke out across the UK after three girls were killed in a knife attack in Southport on 29 July.
By May Vin Ang — 06 Aug 2024, 04:49 PM
The Foreign Affairs Ministry has advised Malaysians residing in the United Kingdom or travelling to the country to stay away from protests taking place in several areas of the UK
In a statement on Sunday, 4 August, Wisma Putra said the Malaysian High Commission in London is closely monitoring the series of riots breaking out across the UK after three girls were killed in a knife attack in Southport on 29 July.
According to BBC, the 17-year-old individual responsible for the attack was falsely claimed to be a radical Islamist migrant. Police have since identified the assailant as Axel Muganwa Rudakubana, who was born in Britain to parents from Rwanda.
Anti-immigration riots and racist attacks have since erupted in areas where many ethnic minority communities reside, with rioters causing violence and unrest.
Protestors setting garbage bins on fire outside a hotel in Rotherham, Britain on 4 August.
Image via Hollie Adams/Reuters
A police officer standing next to Sunderland Central Police Office after a night of violent anti-immigrant demonstrations in Sunderland, Britain on 3 August.
Image via Hollie Adams/ReutersWisma Putra urged Malaysians who have yet to register with the Malaysian High Commission in London to do so immediately to ensure they receive timely information and assistance if needed
To register, visit the Wisma Putra website here.
Malaysians were also urged to remain vigilant and follow the latest updates from local authorities.
Those who require consular assistance may contact the High Commission at +44 20 3931 6196 or +44 20 7235 8033.
