Malaysia monitoring situation after Afghanistan-Pakistan quake kills 800, no citizens affected
An Afghan man walks past a damaged house in Mazar Dara village, Nurgal district, Kunar province, eastern Afghanistan, on Sept 1, 2025, after a magnitude 6.0 earthquake and aftershocks killed more than 800 people and injured over 2,700. — AFP pic
Tuesday, 02 Sep 2025 9:20 AM MYT
PUTRAJAYA, Sept 2 — No Malaysian in Pakistan has been reported affected following the magnitude 6.0 earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan, near the border with Pakistan, late Sunday, which has killed at least 800 people and caused widespread damage.
In a media advisory yesterday, the Foreign Ministry, through the High Commission of Malaysia in Islamabad, said it remains in close contact with local authorities in Pakistan and is monitoring the situation.
“Malaysians residing in or travelling to affected areas in Pakistan are advised to remain vigilant, follow safety guidance issued by local authorities, and stay informed through official channels.
“Those who have not registered their presence are strongly encouraged to do so through E-Konsular to ensure timely support and communication,” the ministry said.
The ministry said it will continue to monitor developments and provide updates when necessary.
Consular assistance is available at the High Commission of Malaysia in Islamabad, Plot No. 144–150, Street No. 17, Sector G-5, Diplomatic Enclave.
The consular hotline is +92 51 207 2900 ext 124, 125 or 119, or +92 51 283 3200, while e-mails can be directed to mwislamabad@kln.gov.my.
Anadolu Ajansi reported that the US Geological Survey (USGS) recorded the quake at 11.47 pm local time located 27 kilometres east-northeast of Jalalabad at a depth of 8 km.
Officials said the figures for the dead and injured are not final as they are still communicating with residents in many remote areas, while aid teams are on their way to reach those trapped under the rubble.
The earthquake was felt widely, including in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad. More than 1.2 million people experienced strong tremors, while reports indicated significant damage in remote mountainous areas. — Bernama
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Condolences to Pakistan. Not so bad in Johor comparatively.
Unfortunately 500yo Bully and allies were halau-ed out a few years ago, and won’t be coming back anytime soon, so cannot help. But there is a big Pow-Wow going on in Shanghai, maybe shout out to them for assistance.
ReplyDeleteI sagest Russia help out, as they have prior friendly relations with Taliban in Afghanistan…ha3.
5000yo Bully has experience in neighboring Pakistan, with their Belt-you-down-My road projects.
Or Iran next door, provided they get some water soon.
If the world thinks this earthquake is bad, a much much worse calamity is at the doorstep of Afghanistan and Iran over water. And Iran is having its worst drought in recorded history.
ReplyDeleteHelmand River originates in Afghanistan and flows into Lake Hamun in Iran. Both countries need the water and have had many disputes. Afghanistan completed building dams recently, reducing the supply to Iran.
Iran and Afghanistan are in Shanghai Cooperation Organization now. Good Luck Coorperating !
https://youtu.be/96WM712yq6w?feature=shared
https://www.shankariasparliament.com/current-affairs/iran-afghan-water-conflict
https://sputniknews.in/20240910/why-helmand-rivers-water-causes-rift-between-iran--afghanistan-8130074.html