Dear MAPROC Members, the Chinese authorities are also said to be stepping up enforcement of other rules and regulations applying to foreigners on the mainland. A recent letter circulating on the mainland warns foreigners with residence permits in China to make sure they register with their local police station within 24 hours of arriving in China, and every time they return to the mainland from abroad .

Dear MAPROC Members, Notice from External Information Division, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 6 May 2008 Travel Advisory For Malaysians Malaysian citizens who plan to travel abroad should take extra precautionary measures. Most importantly, they must be alert and fully aware of all the items in their baggage. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been notified that there are a number of international criminal syndicates who are targeting Malaysians to be involved in their criminal activities. Those wishing to take up job offers overseas should first verify the status and the offer of the employer.