SINGAPORE : Thailand has assured Singapore's Foreign Ministry
that Thai authorities will step up security measures for the
upcoming ASEAN Football Championship Final in Bangkok on
Sunday.
This is to ensure the security and safety of Singapore fans at the
match.
The message was conveyed by the Thai ambassador to Singapore, Mr
Chalermpol Thanchitt.
The Football Association of Singapore (FAS) and the Singapore
Embassy in Bangkok are also working closely with their Thai
counterparts and the Bangkok police on reinforcing security
measures for the Singapore players and supporters at the
stadium.
The Foreign Ministry spokesman calls on Singaporeans travelling to
Bangkok this weekend for the match to stay together in groups as
far as possible and to keep alert and calm at all times.
Those who are heading up to Bangkok are also advised to register
with the Ministry online at www.mfa.gov.sg to enable the Ministry
and the Embassy to contact them and render the necessary assistance
in the event of an emergency. - CNA
