KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 24 – Two Malaysian nationals are currently undergoing medical treatment for minor injuries after Typhoon Champi battered parts of Taiwan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Wisma Putra) confirmed on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
The Malaysian Friendship and Trade Centre in Taipei verified the reports and is actively extending consular assistance to both individuals.
Wisma Putra stated that the trade centre maintains continuous communication with local student groups and relevant Taiwanese authorities to monitor ongoing developments and safeguard the welfare of Malaysians across the island.
Typhoon Champi has brought destructive winds, heavy downpours, and severe disruption to transport networks across Taiwan.
Travel Disruptions, Regional Evacuations, and Consular Advisory
Key updates, safety recommendations, and emergency consular contact details issued by Wisma Putra include:
- Transport & Flight Disruptions: The typhoon has caused widespread commercial flight cancellations and ferry service suspensions across Taiwan. Malaysians with upcoming travel itineraries are urged to verify departure statuses directly with transportation operators prior to traveling to terminals or airports.
- Hualien County Evacuations: Taiwanese authorities have executed mandatory evacuations across flood- and landslide-prone districts, including zones near a landslide dam in Hualien County. Malaysians are strongly advised against non-essential travel to affected mountainous and coastal regions.
- Safety Protocols: Wisma Putra advises all Malaysian residents and travelers in Taiwan to strictly adhere to safety directives and evacuation orders issued by local emergency management agencies.
- Consular Assistance Contacts: Malaysians requiring emergency assistance or reporting citizens in distress can reach the Malaysian Friendship and Trade Centre in Taipei by phone at +886 972 349 343 or via email at [email protected].
- e-Konsular Portal Registration: Citizens residing in or visiting Taiwan are encouraged to register and update their details via the official e-Konsular portal (https://ekonsular.kln.gov.my) to ensure rapid communication during emergencies.
–NMT
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