Security tightened at Bintulu LNG facilities following threat


KUALA LUMPUR: The government has ordered all Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) facilities in Bintulu, Sarawak, to immediately tighten security following a security threat against them.

The National Security Council, in a statement on Monday (Sept 8), said the move was taken to enable security forces and relevant agencies to carry out immediate investigations into the threat.

"The public is reminded not to speculate on this statement. Updates on the situation will be provided from time to time.

"National security agencies remain prepared to face any eventuality and have already implemented control measures against the security threat," the statement said. - Bernama

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