MANILA: The Philippines is developing an airport on an island it occupies in the South China Sea, as the South-East Asian nation asserts its claims in the disputed waters amid lingering tensions with Beijing.
Students take part in the ongoing anti-quota protest in Dhaka on July 18, 2024. Bangladeshi students pressed on July 18 with nationwide protests against civil service hiring rules, rebuffing an olive branch from Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina who pledged justice for 18 killed in the demonstrations. AFP pic
The ministry in a statement Thursday said the High Commission is actively coordinating with local authorities to ensure the safety and well-being of all Malaysians in the country despite challenges including widespread telecommunications disruptions. According to the statement, officials from the High Commission had early engagements with these students to assess their needs and to provide immediate assistance.
The Foreign Ministry urges all Malaysians residing in Bangladesh to stay away from protest areas, remain vigilant, and follow all safety advice and updates provided by local authorities.
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