Reactions from all parties to the bomb attack in Bangkok, Thailand on 8·17

The Hong Kong Immigration Department issued an announcement on the evening of August 17, 2015, stating that at least three Hong Kong residents were injured in an explosion in Bangkok, Thailand.

The Chinese Embassy in Thailand immediately activated the emergency mechanism after the explosion and verified the casualties of Chinese citizens. The consuls and counselors of the embassy have taken people to the hospital to understand the situation, visit the injured, and organize volunteers. Provide translation services to hospitals. The casualties are still being verified. The Chinese Embassy in Thailand reminds Chinese citizens in Thailand to increase their security awareness.

Thailand’s Defense Minister Weng Suwan told the media that the attackers targeted foreigners in an attempt to severely damage Thailand’s tourism industry and economy. Police spokesman Pravu Thawonsiri said in an interview with the media that most of the casualties were foreigners.

The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs immediately activated the emergency mechanism and required the Chinese Embassy in Thailand to immediately identify the situation and fully participate in the rescue of the injured.

United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon issued a statement through his spokesman on August 17, 2015, expressing shock at the explosion in the center of Bangkok, Thailand, and hoping that the perpetrators of the attack would be brought to justice.