3500 Korean Residents Stay in Myanmar Amid Coup... Embassy Urges Avoiding Outdoor Activities

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Sun-mi] On the 1st (local time), as the Myanmar military officially declared a coup, the Korean Embassy in Myanmar urged Koreans and residents to refrain from going out.

On the same day, the Korean Embassy in Myanmar posted an 'Emergency Safety Notice for Residents' on its website, stating, "We ask all our nationals residing in Myanmar to closely monitor the current situation and refrain from visiting places where crowds gather or from unnecessary outings. The embassy will continuously monitor related matters and share relevant updates."

The embassy reported that no unusual incidents involving residents or Koreans have been reported so far. It is known that about 3,500 Koreans are currently residing in Myanmar.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also stated regarding the Myanmar coup, "The government is concerned about the recent political situation in Myanmar and is closely monitoring it," adding, "Considering the fluid situation in Myanmar, we will make every effort to ensure the safety and protect the rights and interests of Koreans and Korean businesses operating there."

In the early hours of the day, the Myanmar military suddenly staged a coup, detaining senior government officials including State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi, and declared a state of emergency for one year.

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