MFA Press Release: Transcript of Minister for Foreign Affairs K Shanmugam's Ministerial Statement in Parliament on the Bombing in Bangkok, 18 August 2015

         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.  7 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.  And an innocent family’s lifetime of grief.  It is a tragic loss. To all those who were injured, including the Singaporeans, we wish them speedy recovery. We also extend our deepest sympathies to the people and  Government of Thailand, and the others who have been killed or injured.

            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 will not be the last. The Thai authorities have launched investigations. Those responsible for this act must be brought to justice.

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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS

SINGAPORE

18 AUGUST 2015