The foreign ministry today said 17 Malaysians and one Thai staff member of Petronas have been temporarily housed at the ambassador’s official residence.

“The embassy has also issued an advisory to the rest of the Malaysians in the country to give utmost priority to their safety and security,” Wisma Putra said in a statement.

“The foreign affairs ministry will continue to closely monitor the latest developments in Sudan, including the ongoing demonstrations across the country. The ministry maintains constant communication with the Malaysian embassy in Khartoum.”

The ministry also urged Malaysians who require consular assistance in Sudan to contact the embassy or the ministry by phone at +249 99 070 0350, email ([email protected]) or via social media: @Malawakil,Khartoum (Facebook) @MYEmbKhartoum (Twitter).

They can also contact Wisma Putra during office hours at 03-88874201/4530 or after office hours at 03-88874570.