Thai citizens in Haiti warned amidst escalating gang violence

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Amid escalating gang violence, Thai citizens in Haiti have been cautioned by the Foreign Affairs Ministry, advising them to steer clear of high-risk zones. The Caribbean nation has been embroiled in turmoil due to rising gang violence, with indications of the situation further degenerating into chaos, as per the ministry’s observation.

 

The warning was issued in a statement released yesterday, following alerts received from the Thai embassy in Mexico City, which is the closest diplomatic mission to Haiti. The embassy noted the absence of any Thai individuals staying or working in Haiti on a long-term basis.

 

Despite this, the potential presence of Thai tourists, particularly in the capital Port-au-Prince, has been considered. These tourists have been urged to exercise caution, avoid areas of protest and other dangerous locales, and verify their travel routes before leaving their premises, reported Bangkok Post.

Thai nationals requiring assistance have been directed to reach out to the Thai embassy in Mexico City through their emergency contact number: (+ 52 55) 2564 2662, or the embassy’s official Facebook page.

In related news, the United States pledged over US$100 million to advance various initiatives across the Caribbean, with a notable focus on aiding Haiti. During her official visit to the Bahamas, Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled this substantial investment aimed at combating weapons trafficking, providing vital assistance to Haiti, and supporting climate change initiatives.

 

The US administration placed particular emphasis on addressing Haiti’s pressing security concerns, including the surge in gang violence and weapons smuggling. Significant portions of the funding were earmarked to alleviate starvation, improve healthcare access, and bolster Haiti’s agricultural sector.

 

Additionally, USAID committed substantial resources to promote renewable energy adoption among Caribbean businesses, enhance emergency response capabilities, and assist vulnerable island nations in climate change adaptation efforts. Harris underscored the critical importance of fostering strong US-Caribbean relations to ensure mutual security and prosperity, recognising Haiti’s pivotal role in confronting the region’s multifaceted challenges.

 

by Mitch Connor

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-03-14

 

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[mfd101]

Thai tourists in Haiti? Oh rilly?

 

Studying voodoo? PhD in Catholicism & its derivatives?

[EVENKEEL]

Why????

[HappyExpat57]

Seriously, how many Thais can there be in Haiti?

[hotchilli]

30 minutes ago, mfd101 said:

Thai tourists in Haiti? Oh rilly?

 

Studying voodoo? PhD in Catholicism & its derivatives?

Thais looking like millionaire tourists.

[John Drake]

With cannibal warlord "Barbecue" now in charge of the country, anybody is fair game for the main course.

[Grumpy one]

15 minutes ago, John Drake said:

With cannibal warlord "Barbecue" now in charge of the country, anybody is fair game for the main course.

So Thai is on the BBQ menu

[brianthainess]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

The embassy noted the absence of any Thai individuals staying or working in Haiti on a long-term basis.

So Thais are only short timers      what a croc. 

[brianthainess]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

Thai citizens in Haiti have been cautioned by the Foreign Affairs Ministry, advising them to steer clear of high-risk zones.

Just how did they do that? 

[richard_smith237]

2 hours ago, mfd101 said:

Thai tourists in Haiti? Oh rilly?

 

Studying voodoo? PhD in Catholicism & its derivatives?

2 hours ago, EVENKEEL said:

Why????

2 hours ago, HappyExpat57 said:

Seriously, how many Thais can there be in Haiti?

 

 

OK... so it wasn't just me... 

 

I read the headline and wondered, what on earth would Thai's be doing in Haiti...   (there no Thai Embassy or Consulate there - Mexico is the nearest Thai diplomatic mission).

What would anyone else of any other nationality be doing there ?

 

The only thing I can think of is relief and aid work, but are Thai's involved with that ? - perhaps on behalf of international aid organisation ?

 

 

The Thai Embassy in Mexico apparently reported that it does not know of Thai's residing in Haiti, but there may be some tourists... 

So again, why ?... who would be a tourist to Haiti ???

 

 

[richard_smith237]

3 minutes ago, brianthainess said:

Just how did they do that? 

 

By steering clear of high risk zones... as they were warned !!!...   

 

Great isn't it...  clear effective advice, nothing vague at all. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[brianthainess]

24 minutes ago, richard_smith237 said:

 

By steering clear of high risk zones... as they were warned !!!...   

 

Great isn't it...  clear effective advice, nothing vague at all. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oh so they contacted them, did they phone them, send an e-mail, SMS them, or just put it up on their Mexican web site, pray tell ..oh yer on Facebook

Edited March 14 by brianthainess

[kevozman1]

How on earth did any Thai people end up in Haiti? It's basically the other side of the world and a location even other Carribbeans avoid.. Strange.

[richard_smith237]

2 hours ago, brianthainess said:

3 hours ago, richard_smith237 said:

 

By steering clear of high risk zones... as they were warned !!!...   

 

Great isn't it...  clear effective advice, nothing vague at all. 

 

 

 

 

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Oh so they contacted them, did they phone them, send an e-mail, SMS them, or just put it up on their Mexican web site, pray tell ..oh yer on Facebook

 

 

Isn't it clear ???  .. 'They made an announcement'.....     so ALL Thai's will now know to steer clear of high risk zone 'cos all Thai's know to check for announcement all the time... erm.. don't they ?

 

And thats officialdom - make an announcement...   it doesn't really matter that the concerned parties actually know about whatever issue it is being announced, just so long as the backsides of those in positions of responsibility are officially covered...   an announcement does that...  CYA.