Bombing in Central Bangkok

Debated in Parliament on 18 Aug 2015.

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The Minister condemned the Bangkok bombing that killed over 20 people and injured 120, including one Singaporean fatality and seven injured Singaporeans, extending condolences to victims and solidarity with Thailand.
He confirmed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Singapore's embassy are actively assisting affected Singaporeans, providing consular support and hospital visits.
The Minister emphasized that such attacks on civilians are unjustifiable and called for the perpetrators to be brought to justice.
He acknowledged this as part of a recurring pattern of terror attacks and expressed deep regret over the tragic loss of innocent lives.
The Singapore government reaffirmed its commitment to helping victims and cooperating with Thai authorities on the ongoing investigation.

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The Minister for Foreign Affairs (Mr K Shanmugam)

Mdm Speaker, we have all been deeply shocked by the bombing in Central Bangkok yesterday. More than 20 people have died and over 120 have been injured. Sadly, one of our Singaporeans was among those killed. Seven other Singaporeans were injured.

Members will join me in extending our deepest condolences to the family of the young lady who was killed. Someone's evil action and a life of promise snatched away in a moment of terror; an innocent family's lifetime of grief. It is a tragic loss. To all who were injured, including the Singaporeans, we wish them a speedy recovery.

We also extend our deepest sympathies to the people and government of Thailand, and the others who have been killed or injured. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and our Embassy in Bangkok have been working overnight to contact and assist Singaporeans in Bangkok. This morning, our Ambassador, Mrs Chua Siew San, visited the injured Singaporeans in the hospitals. All are receiving medical attention and treatment. Some of those who suffered light injuries have been discharged. Our Embassy in Bangkok is in close contact and working closely with the Thai authorities. MFA will continue to render consular assistance to the affected Singaporeans.

We strongly condemn this heinous attack. As we have said several times, nothing can justify the killing of innocent civilians. This is the latest in a long series of such attacks. Unfortunately, it would not be the last. The Thai authorities have launched investigations. Those responsible for this act must be brought to justice. Thank you, Madam.

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The Minister condemned the Bangkok bombing that killed over 20 people and injured 120, including one Singaporean fatality and seven injured Singaporeans, extending condolences to victims and solidarity with Thailand.
He confirmed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Singapore's embassy are actively assisting affected Singaporeans, providing consular support and hospital visits.
The Minister emphasized that such attacks on civilians are unjustifiable and called for the perpetrators to be brought to justice.
He acknowledged this as part of a recurring pattern of terror attacks and expressed deep regret over the tragic loss of innocent lives.
The Singapore government reaffirmed its commitment to helping victims and cooperating with Thai authorities on the ongoing investigation.

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Bombing in Central Bangkok

Debated in Parliament on 18 Aug 2015.

Summary written by AI (learn more)

The Minister condemned the Bangkok bombing that killed over 20 people and injured 120, including one Singaporean fatality and seven injured Singaporeans, extending condolences to victims and solidarity with Thailand.
He confirmed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Singapore's embassy are actively assisting affected Singaporeans, providing consular support and hospital visits.
The Minister emphasized that such attacks on civilians are unjustifiable and called for the perpetrators to be brought to justice.
He acknowledged this as part of a recurring pattern of terror attacks and expressed deep regret over the tragic loss of innocent lives.
The Singapore government reaffirmed its commitment to helping victims and cooperating with Thai authorities on the ongoing investigation.

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The Minister for Foreign Affairs (Mr K Shanmugam)

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The Minister condemned the Bangkok bombing that killed over 20 people and injured 120, including one Singaporean fatality and seven injured Singaporeans, extending condolences to victims and solidarity with Thailand.
He confirmed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Singapore's embassy are actively assisting affected Singaporeans, providing consular support and hospital visits.
The Minister emphasized that such attacks on civilians are unjustifiable and called for the perpetrators to be brought to justice.
He acknowledged this as part of a recurring pattern of terror attacks and expressed deep regret over the tragic loss of innocent lives.
The Singapore government reaffirmed its commitment to helping victims and cooperating with Thai authorities on the ongoing investigation.

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The Minister for Foreign Affairs (Mr K Shanmugam)

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The Minister for Foreign Affairs (Mr K Shanmugam)

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