The Consulate General in Melbourne reminds Chinese citizens in the consular district to strengthen personal safety precautions.

Recently, in our consulate's jurisdiction in Tasmania, a group of Chinese tourists were inexplicably assaulted by local young people in the city center of Hobart, posing a threat to the personal safety of Chinese citizens living in the area. After the incident, our consulate attached great importance to it, immediately contacted the assaulted tourists to inquire about their injuries and express condolences, and proactively contacted the restaurant manager who bravely helped the Chinese tourists to express gratitude. Currently, the individuals involved in the incident have been identified by the Tasmanian police and will be prosecuted. The Consulate General in Melbourne reminds Chinese citizens and students in the jurisdiction to closely follow local news and pay attention to the security situation, try to minimize night-time outings, and enhance awareness of self-protection, and strengthen their ability to protect themselves. If confronted with verbal provocation or physical attacks by strangers, try to avoid direct confrontation, leave quickly, and promptly call the emergency number "000" of the Australian police. If necessary, you can contact the Consulate General in Melbourne for consular protection and assistance.