The Department of International Relations and Cooperation’s Consular Services division says it is in contact with the South African Embassy in Bangkok to determine if any South Africans were affected by the recent wave of terror attacks on popular Thai tourist destinations. The government has joined the international community in strongly condemning the coordinated explosions across multiple cities in southern Thailand on Thursday and Friday‚ which resulted in the deaths of at least four people and the wounding of dozens more.Among the tourist hotspots hit were Trang‚ Surat Thani‚ Hua Hin and Phuket‚ the latter a popular holiday destination for South Africans.In a statement‚ DIRCO said: “On behalf of the Government and the people of South Africa‚ H. E. President Jacob Zuma extends his heartfelt condolences to His Majesty Bhumibol Adulyadej‚ King of Thailand‚ the Government and people of Thailand‚ and in particular the families of the deceased and injured.“South Africa stands firmly with the international community in condemning all forms of terrorism and stands in solidarity with the Kingdom of Thailand as they mourn the death of their citizens.”It added: “The Department of International Relations and Cooperation’s Consular Services division is in contact with the South African Embassy in Bangkok following the attacks to determine if any South African citizens have been affected.“South Africans in Thailand or family members in South Africa requiring assistance are requested to contact the South African Embassy in Bangkok or the Department of International Relations and Cooperation at +27 12 351 1000.”..