SONGKHLA, Oct 5 — Malaysians driving their own vehicles into Thailand are advised to obtain insurance coverage that includes third-party claims in the event of a road accident in the country.
Consul General of Malaysia in Songkhla Ahmad Fahmi Ahmad Sarkawi said such insurance is crucial if a Malaysian driver is found to have caused an accident resulting in injury or death, potentially requiring substantial compensation.
“Usually, apart from the penalty imposed on the offender, there is also an element where Malaysians need to pay compensation to the injured (victim) or the deceased’s family as a result of the accident.
“The compensation or damages involved are not small amounts. Therefore, adequate insurance can also cover the compensation costs,” he said during a courtesy call by a delegation from the Perlis Journalists Association at the Consulate General of Malaysia in Songkhla here last Friday (Oct 2).
