KL prepares for traffic disruptions ahead of Asean summit


KUALA LUMPUR: Road diversions and closures are expected from Oct 23 to Oct 28 due to the 47th Asean Summit and its associated dry runs.

Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department director Comm Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri stated in a release on Friday (Oct 10) that the diversions and closures would occur in stages to facilitate the smooth travel of delegations while maintaining tight security.

On Oct 23 and 24, there would be a motorcade dry run from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to various hotels in the Kuala Lumpur area, including KLCC. From Oct 25 to Oct 28, the full departmental deployment would be in effect, along with road diversions, affecting an area approximately 1km around KLCC.

He also mentioned that a list of affected roads and the timetable for road diversions will be provided in the future. The 47th Asean Summit, taking place in Kuala Lumpur, will bring together world leaders, including those from the United States, China, India, Australia, Canada, Brazil, South Africa, Japan, Korea and other Asean member states.

 

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