Two Singaporeans who were in the vicinity of the Santika Pub when the fire broke out remain unaccounted for. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and our Embassy in Bangkok have been in close contact with their next-of-kin. Our Embassy in Bangkok is working closely with the local authorities to determine their status; and also if there are any other Singaporeans affected.
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SINGAPORE
2 JANUARY 2009