JAKARTA – The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Kemlu RI) has confirmed a tragic increase in the number of Indonesian citizens who perished in the devastating fire at the Wang Fuk Court residential complex in Tai Po, Hong Kong. The official toll for Indonesian fatalities has now risen to nine.
In a solemn written statement released in Jakarta on Sunday, November 30, 2025, the Ministry announced, “The number of Indonesian citizen fatalities has increased by two, and the number of injured victims has risen by one.” This updated data was meticulously compiled from information provided by the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) on Sunday at 12:20 PM local time (11:20 AM WIB).
Beyond the fatalities, the inferno also left three Indonesian citizens with varying degrees of injury, though they have thankfully survived the ordeal. These individuals are receiving necessary medical attention as the community grapples with the aftermath of the tragedy.
The colossal fire, which engulfed the Wang Fuk Court residential complex on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, resulted in an overwhelming loss of life, with more than 128 people confirmed dead and 79 injured. Hundreds more are still unaccounted for, sparking widespread concern. Authorities have already made 11 arrests in connection with the catastrophic incident, indicating a serious investigation into its causes.
The Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia (KJRI) in Hong Kong has revealed that approximately 140 Indonesian citizens were known to be working at Wang Fuk Court. All of them were migrant workers employed in the domestic sector. Nearly half of these individuals have had their conditions officially confirmed, providing some clarity amidst the chaos for their families and the Indonesian government.
In response to the escalating crisis, Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Yvonne Mewengkang confirmed on Sunday that KJRI Hong Kong has established a dedicated family coordination team. This critical team is tasked with facilitating the complex process of repatriating the bodies of the Indonesian victims of the apartment fire back to their homeland.
Mewengkang further explained that the team’s primary responsibility is to serve as a vital link, ensuring that all essential information and inquiries from the grieving families of Indonesian citizens who lost their lives in the Hong Kong fire are thoroughly addressed and fulfilled, offering much-needed support during this difficult time.
The identification of victims remains a sensitive and challenging process. While Yvonne Mewengkang noted that some Indonesian citizen victims have already been successfully identified, she cautioned that the identification of several other victims might necessitate DNA samples from their families. This crucial step aims to expedite and ensure the accuracy of the identification process.
Given the ongoing nature of both the identification procedures and the intricate coordination efforts with local Hong Kong authorities, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson stated that a definitive timeline for the repatriation of the Indonesian citizens’ bodies from Hong Kong back to Indonesia cannot yet be determined. The focus remains on meticulous verification and compassionate support.
Summary
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that the death toll for Indonesian citizens in the devastating Wang Fuk Court residential complex fire in Tai Po, Hong Kong, has risen to nine. Additionally, three other Indonesian citizens were injured in the inferno. The fire, which occurred on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, resulted in over 128 overall fatalities and 79 injuries, with 11 arrests made in connection with the incident.
Approximately 140 Indonesian migrant workers were employed at Wang Fuk Court, and the Indonesian Consulate General in Hong Kong has established a family coordination team. This team is tasked with facilitating the repatriation of victims’ bodies and addressing family inquiries. Identification of some victims requires DNA samples, and a definitive timeline for repatriation is pending due to ongoing procedures and coordination with local Hong Kong authorities.