Bangkok:Foreign advisories instructing citizens to stockpile emergency supplies are standard preventive measures rather than indications of an imminent crisis, Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated on Friday.
According to Thai News Agency, the clarification came after a virtual meeting led by Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs Eksiri Pintaruchi, involving Thai diplomatic missions across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the United States, to assess global preparedness measures.
The ministry emphasized that preparing for emergencies is a routine preventive measure used by many countries and does not currently signal a crisis, as explained by Jaithai Upakarnitikaset, the ministry spokesperson. Additionally, it was noted that Thai embassies and consulates are continually monitoring local situations and maintain contingency plans to assist Thai nationals abroad if emergency situations arise.
Furthermore, Thai diplomatic missions have been advising citizens living overseas to monitor local announcements closely and adhere to guidance issued by host authorities.