Kuala lumpur: Police have stepped up security preparedness at the Malaysia-Thailand border following a series of explosions and attacks in Yala, Pattani, and Narathiwat, southern Thailand, with the areas remaining under control. Bukit Aman Internal Security and Public Order Department (JKDNKA) director Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri stated that the measures included the deployment of members of the Southeast and Northern Brigades of the General Operations Force (GOF) and intensifying patrols at the border fencing, Sungai Golok, and routes that could potentially be used for infiltration.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Mohd Yusri confirmed that PDRM was also strengthening its prevention, early detection, and rapid response approaches, as well as increasing intelligence and information sharing with Thai security agencies. He noted that, so far, there were no reports of Malaysians being affected in the incidents.

The Malaysian Embassy in Bangkok and the Malaysian Consulate General in Songkhla are maintaining communication with Thai authorities to obtain the latest developments and ensure the safety of Malaysians in the affected areas. Mohd Yusri advised Malaysians who reside, are in, or are planning to travel to the southern region of Thailand to postpone non-essential travel and remain vigilant.

He also emphasized the importance of complying with all security instructions issued by Thai authorities, including any potential curfew enforcement, and encouraged registering and updating information via the e-Consular portal to facilitate obtaining consular assistance in emergencies. Previously, media reports indicated that Narathiwat was under a curfew following over 50 incidents, including bombings and other violent acts, shaking the Malaysia-Thailand border area and affecting local communities.