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The Star
a day ago
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- The Star
Road closures in stages for 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting, says Bukit Aman
PETALING JAYA: Rolling road closures will be implemented in Kuala Lumpur and other affected areas in conjunction with the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and Related Meetings. Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department director Comm Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri said in a statement on Friday (July 4) that the closures would take place from July 8 to July 11. "Roadblocks will be conducted in stages at three highways and 15 main roads around the Klang Valley. 'A dry run for the motorcade — covering routes from the airports to the respective hotels in Kuala Lumpur and the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre — will be carried out from July 4 to July 6. This will involve around 391 traffic policemen and officers,' he said. He advised road users to plan their journeys in advance and to use public transportation where possible. 'Commercial and heavy vehicles are advised to avoid entering the city centre during the road closure period, especially during peak hours, to prevent congestion and reduce the risk of accidents and breakdowns. 'The public is urged to cooperate with the police on the ground. Their cooperation is greatly appreciated, as it will reflect the nation's image as one with disciplined and courteous road users,' he said. Among the affected roads are the MEX Highway, Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Jalan Ampang and Jalan Bukit Bintang. Traffic flow in several parts of Kuala Lumpur is expected to be disrupted during the 58th AMM, which is scheduled to take place at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) from July 8 to 11. On Tuesday, the Asean Main Logistics Secretariat at Wisma Putra said traffic disruptions are expected to begin as early as this Friday, within a 1km radius of the KLCC area and along major roads and highways connecting the city's main entry points.
BusinessToday
2 days ago
- BusinessToday
Friday's ASEAN Meet In KL Expected To Disrupt Traffic
Traffic disruptions are expected in several locations in Kuala Lumpur during the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM), to take place at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from July 8 to 11. The Asean Main Logistics Secretariat, Foreign Ministry said traffic disruptions are set to begin as early as this Friday within a 1km radius from the venue and along major roads and highways connecting main entry points to the city. 'Additional information on affected routes and the closure of certain roads will be announced by the Royal Malaysia Police soon. 'The Foreign Ministry apologises for the inconvenience and deeply appreciates the understanding and cooperation of the public,' the secretariat said in a statement today. As host to an important regional event, the secretariat said the Foreign Ministry is committed to ensure the smooth and successful organising of the event without neglecting the public's welfare. Malaysia took over the Asean chair on January 1 this year from Laos and it is the fifth time the country is serving as Asean chair, with its previous terms being in 1977, 1997, 2005 and 2015. Related
The Star
4 days ago
- The Star
Traffic disruptions extected from July 4 due to Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting
KUALA LUMPUR: Traffic flow in several locations in Kuala Lumpur is expected to face disruptions during the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting (58th AMM), scheduled to take place at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) from July 8 to 11. The Asean Main Logistics Secretariat, at Wisma Putra, said that traffic disruptions are expected to begin as early as this Friday within a 1km radius from the KLCC area and along major roads and highways connecting main entry points to the city. "Additional information on affected routes and the closure of certain roads will be announced by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) soon. "The Foreign Ministry apologises for all the inconvenience that might be caused and deeply appreciates the understanding and cooperation of the public," the secretariat said in a statement Tuesday (July 1). As host to an important regional event, the secretariat said that the Foreign Ministry is committed to ensure the smooth and successful organising of the event without neglecting the public's welfare. Malaysia took over the Asean chair on Jan 1 this year from Laos and it is the fifth time that the country is serving as Asean chair, with its previous terms being 1977, 1997, 2005 and 2015. - Bernama
