The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China and Chinese Embassy in Thailand had issued a travel notice to Chinese citizens as recent news stories indicated that some local organizations would engage in large-scale protest activities in Thailand on 27 March. On 23 March, the Cabinet Meeting of the Thai Government authorized the extension of the enforcement of Internal Security Act (ISA) in Bangkok, Samut Prakan and Nonthaburi until 30 March.
The Tourism Crisis Management Office would like to remind the Macao residents who are planning to travel to Thailand should monitor the situation there or adjust travel itineraries if necessary. As for those who are currently travelling in Thailand, please avoid visiting protest locations and remain cautious for personal safety. In case of any emergency, please report to the local police and contact the Chinese Embassy in Thailand - Chinese Embassy in Bangkok (Tel: (66) 2-2457044). Macao residents may also call the Macau Tourism Hotline: (853) 28333000 for assistance. Mainland residents and compatriots from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan may also contact the Centre for Consular Assistance and Protection of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs for assistance(Tel: (86)10-65964086).