Ministry of Foreign Affairs informs about the situation of Vietnamese people in Nepal

On the afternoon of September 11, at the regular press conference of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Spokesperson Pham Thu Hang informed about the situation of Vietnamese people in Nepal during the complicated period of protests and violence in the country.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Pham Thu Hang said that there is currently no information indicating that Vietnamese citizens have been affected by the ongoing protests in Nepal. (Photo: Nguyen Hong)

Spokesperson Pham Thu Hang stated that there are currently approximately 250 Vietnamese citizens in Nepal. Regarding recent developments in Nepal, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has instructed the Vietnamese Embassy in India, which also covers Nepal, to closely monitor the situation, urgently work with local authorities to gather information and assess the possibility of Vietnamese citizens being in distress, and request that the security and safety of Vietnamese citizens in Nepal be ensured.

According to information from the Vietnamese Embassy in India, which also covers Nepal, there have been no reports of Vietnamese citizens being affected by the current protests in Nepal.

The Vietnamese Embassy in India, which also covers Nepal, is continuing to coordinate closely with local authorities to closely monitor the situation and is ready to take necessary protective measures in case Vietnamese citizens encounter difficulties.

In light of the developments in Nepal, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises Vietnamese citizens in the area as follows:

First, limit going out of the house and avoid areas with protests and riots, especially the capital Kathmandu and other areas with security risks.

Secondly , regularly monitor updates on the situation through reputable local media outlets and the website of the Vietnamese Embassy in India, which also covers Nepal.

Thirdly , strictly comply with the regulations and guidelines on security and safety measures of the local authorities and proactively take necessary measures to ensure the security and safety of yourself and your family.

Fourth , maintain regular and close contact with the Vietnamese Embassy in India, which also covers Nepal.

Fifth , Vietnamese citizens should carefully consider their options before traveling to Nepal unless absolutely necessary.

In case of emergency, requiring assistance and information on citizen protection options, citizens can immediately contact the Embassy through the Embassy's citizen protection hotline or through the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs' citizen protection hotline.

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