Bangkok - Flight Disruptions
Bangkok's two main airports, Suvarnabhumi International Airport and Don Muang Airport are currently closed due to political demonstrations. The duration of the closures is unknown. Australians stranded in Bangkok should first contact their airline for assistance with travel and accommodation.
People wishing to contact Qantas about their extra flights from Phuket should call:
- Qantas Bangkok: + 66 (0) 2 627 1800
- Qantas Australia: + 61 (0) 3 9834 6826
Other airlines contact details:
- Jetstar Bangkok: + 66 (0) 2 267 5125
- Jetstar Australia: 131 538
- Thai Airways Bangkok: + 66 (0) 2 545 3690 / + 66 (0) 2 545 3691 / + 66 (0) 2 545 3692
The Tourism Authority of Thailand is also facilitating accommodation for stranded travellers and can be contacted on + 66 (0) 2 652 8313 / + 66 (0) 2 652 8314.
See our Thailand travel advice.
Attacks in Mumbai India
On 26 and 27 November, terrorists attacked at least ten locations in Mumbai, including hotels, the train station and near the domestic airport terminal using automatic weapons and grenades. The Australian Government unreservedly condemns these appalling attacks on innocent people.
Australians are urged to reconsider their need to travel to India and avoid travel to Mumbai at this time. Australians in Mumbai should remain in a safe location, monitor the media for information about new safety and security risks and follow the advice of local authorities.
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has set up a hotline for Australians with concerns for family or friends in Mumbai on 1800 002 214. Australians overseas requiring consular assistance should contact the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade on +61 2 6261 3305. See also the travel advice for India.
The Australian Government is providing support to Australians adversely affected by the terrorist attacks in Mumbai through Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payments (AGDRP). Further information is available on 1800 146 713 and at www.disasterassist.gov.au
Australia's Composition of Trade 2007-08
Australia’s total value of trade in goods and services increased 10 per cent in financial year 2007-08 to $489 billion, according to a Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade publication Composition of Trade Australia 2007-08 released today. In volume terms, total trade rose 8 per cent.
Visit to Belgium
Foreign Minister Stephen Smith will visit Belgium from 30 November to 2 December.
Federal Government welcomes IAG investment in India
Trade Minister Simon Crean applauded an announcement by the Insurance Australia Group (IAG) to enter a joint venture with India's largest bank, the State Bank of India (SBI).
APEC Ministers Build on G20 Leaders' Momentum
Minister for Trade Simon Crean has welcomed the success of the 20th APEC Ministerial Meeting in Lima, Peru, where ministers expressed their strong support to conclude the framework for the WTO Doha Round this year.
G20 Leaders Inject Political Will into Doha Talks
The Minister for Trade, Simon Crean, has welcomed a statement issued by the Washington G20 Summit conveying the commitment of Leaders of the G20 nations - including Prime Minister Kevin Rudd - to advancing the Doha Round of world trade talks.
New DFAT Publication: Every Assistance & Protection: A History of the Australian Passport
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Stephen Smith, launched a book on the history of the Australian passport, and associated exhibition, in Canberra on November 10.