The Kuala Lumpur Police have reminded the public not to engage in any activities that disrupt routes, events, and public order throughout the 47th ASEAN Summit.
Kuala Lumpur Police Chief, Datuk Fadil Marsus, stated that these three matters must be adhered to, and if any party violates them, it could be considered a criminal offense where the police will take firm action.
According to him, any party planning to hold assemblies during the conference period must fully comply with security guidelines.
“I wish to remind any party intending to hold an assembly not to disrupt the related events.”
“There cannot be any activities that affect the event, routes, or public order. Such actions will be considered a criminal offense,” he said at a press conference at the Kuala Lumpur Contingent Police Headquarters here today.
Fadil said public cooperation with enforcement agencies and government departments is crucial to ensure the success of the summit.
“This is an important event for Malaysia because the whole world will be watching how we manage ASEAN.”
“As the main enforcement agency together with other government agencies, we will ensure public order is always maintained throughout this summit period,” he said.
Furthermore, he urged the public to pay attention and avoid using the involved routes or the diversions set up for the ASEAN Summit.
“Alternative roads provided can be used to reduce traffic congestion in the capital city.”
“We anticipate traffic challenges throughout this major event, so we request public cooperation to avoid the mentioned routes and plan their journeys in advance,” he said.
He added, as previously informed, please arrange your activities properly during the summit dates and follow the instructions of traffic police personnel on duty at the locations.
“Commercial vehicles also need to adhere to the restricted travel times.”
“The public is encouraged to use public transport to help reduce congestion,” he said.
On October 18, Deputy Director of the Bukit Aman Department of Internal Security and Public Order (Operations), Datuk Fisol Salleh, stated that over 10,000 police officers and personnel from various units, including the Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT), Special Branch, and Special Actions Unit (UTK), have been mobilized under Op ASEAN 47 ahead of the summit.
The 47th ASEAN Summit is scheduled to take place at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) from October 26 to 28, with the participation of all 10 ASEAN member state leaders, as well as dialogue partners and guests including from the United States, China, Japan, and India.
Additionally, six highways and 25 main roads around the Klang Valley will be closed in stages.
The road closures will be implemented from October 23 to 28, involving access routes to and from key locations, particularly to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), the National Palace, and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).
