Following a recent shift toward a sensitive security situation in Saudi Arabia, the Embassy of Nepal in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has urged all Nepali citizens residing in Saudi Arabia to exercise high levels of vigilance.
In a notice issued by the Embassy, it has advised Nepali citizens to prioritize official information, remain vigilant, avoid leaving their homes except for essential purposes and strictly adhere to all security directives issued by the official authorities of Saudi Arabia.
The Embassy’s five-point advisory places special emphasis on avoiding travel outdoors when security alerts are in effect.
Furthermore, the embassy notice also cautioned Nepali citizens to follow Saudi authorities’ verified channels before posting, sharing or forwarding any news, information, images, or videos on social media.
Additionally, the Embassy has also advised those Nepalese who plan to travel by air from Saudi Arabia to Nepal or other destinations to verify and confirm the status of their airline flights in advance before heading to the airport.
If any Nepalese need any kind of assistance, it advised to contact the Embassy of Nepal in Riyadh or the Consulate General of Nepal in Jeddah.