Traffic police mobilised as Kuala Lumpur gears up for Asean Summit
KUALA LUMPUR: Hundreds of police personnel, including 313 traffic outriders, will be deployed to escort dignitaries and manage traffic ahead of the 46th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur from May 23 to May 28.
Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department director Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri said that in addition to motorcycle police escorts, 34 patrol cars or multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs) and 190 motorcycles would also be deployed.
"It involves a total of 789 traffic personnel, all of whom will remain on standby throughout the summit," said Yusri at a press conference following the 46th Asean Summit Human Resource Personnel Briefing Ceremony at the Kuala Lumpur Police Training Centre (Pulapol) today.
"Of that number, 647 are personnel from other state contingents who reported for duty starting today," he added.
Yusri said all personnel on duty would undergo a full rehearsal on May 21 and 22, covering escort formations, route control, and site security.
"Enforcement operations will also be carried out around the capital to ensure the designated routes are kept clear.
"Any traffic or parking obstructions will be dealt with by towing, in addition to continuous operations under Op Samseng Jalanan and motorcycle enforcement," he said.
He added that commercial and heavy vehicles would also be barred from entering the city centre during peak hours.
"Heavy vehicles are prohibited from entering the city centre starting today, from 6.30am to 7.30am, and 4.30pm to 7.30pm.
"Enforcement action will be taken against road users who defy the rules or commit offences during this period," he said.
The 2025 Asean Summit will take place at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) on May 26 and May 27.
The gathering is expected to draw around 20,000 participants, including heads of state, delegates, and officials from member nations, along with dialogue partners such as China and the Gulf countries.
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