No New Visa Restrictions for Malaysian Citizens Traveling Abroad, Says Foreign Ministry
The Foreign Ministry has issued a statement denying claims that eight countries have recently introduced new visa requirements for Malaysian citizens. The statement was made in response to a misleading video circulating on a video-sharing platform, which falsely claimed that the new visa restrictions had been imposed.
Misleading Video Circulating Online
The video, which has gone viral, claims that eight countries have recently introduced new visa requirements for Malaysians. However, the Foreign Ministry has confirmed that this claim is entirely untrue. At present, there have been no changes to the visa policies affecting Malaysian travelers in the countries mentioned.
Ministry Takes Action
The ministry has lodged a police report on the issue and referred the video to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) for further action in accordance with existing laws and regulations. The ministry is urging the public to avoid sharing unverified information and to always refer to official sources for accurate and up-to-date travel information.
Commitment to Ensuring Safe Travel for Malaysians
The ministry is committed to ensuring that Malaysians are well-informed and protected while traveling abroad. To achieve this, it urges the public to always refer to official sources for accurate and up-to-date travel information. This includes consulting with the relevant authorities, embassies, and consulates of the countries they plan to visit, as well as checking with their travel agents or tour operators.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Foreign Ministry has clarified that there are no new visa restrictions for Malaysian citizens traveling abroad. Malaysians are advised to be cautious of misleading information circulating online and to always refer to official sources for accurate and up-to-date travel information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current status of visa requirements for Malaysian citizens traveling abroad?
A: There are no new visa restrictions for Malaysian citizens traveling abroad.
Q: What is the source of the misinformation circulating online?
A: The misinformation is contained in a video circulating on a video-sharing platform, which falsely claims that eight countries have recently introduced new visa requirements for Malaysians.
Q: What action has the Foreign Ministry taken in response to the misinformation?
A: The ministry has lodged a police report on the issue and referred the video to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) for further action in accordance with existing laws and regulations.
Q: What is the ministry’s commitment to ensuring safe travel for Malaysians?
A: The ministry is committed to ensuring that Malaysians are well-informed and protected while traveling abroad. To achieve this, it urges the public to always refer to official sources for accurate and up-to-date travel information.