China issues safety warning to citizens in UK
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China on Wednesday warned its citizens to pay particular attention to their safety while visiting the United Kingdom because of the right-wing extremist riots in the country.
It said that Chinese citizens and tourists should avoid travelling to the affected locations, according to advice issued by China’s diplomatic mission in London; they should also keep a close eye on the security situation.
There has been rioting on the streets of several English cities for over a week, mostly by right-wing extremists who attacked police and targeted Muslims and asylum seekers.
Tensions have fuelled my rumours and misinformation shared on social media about the identity of the Southport knife attacker.
A 17-year-old allegedly stabbed three girls and injured other children and adults in the north-west English town on July 29.
The police there denied a false report that the perpetrator was a Muslim migrant and announced that the suspect was born in the UK to Rwandan parents.
China is not the first country to warn its citizens to be careful while visiting the UK.
The Indian High Commissioner in London has warned that visitors should remain vigilant and “exercise due caution.”
Australia recommended “avoiding areas where protests are taking place due to the risk of disruption and violence.”
Malaysia, Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates have also issued warnings.
The Nigerian Foreign Ministry emphasised that there was “an increased risk of violence and disorder.”
Germany has not changed its travel and safety advice for the UK as a result of the riots.
(dpa/NAN)
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