Thai PM Reassures Chinese Tourists Amid Security Concerns

During a visit to Beijing, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra addressed safety issues that have been raised among Chinese tourists. Expressing solidarity, she noted her own Chinese ancestry and confirmed that she had thoroughly reviewed the security protocols currently enforced in Thailand to ensure the protection of Chinese citizens.

The Thai official's remarks were made against the backdrop of growing concerns after a minor Chinese actor was recently rescued from a scam center in Myanmar, following an abduction in Thailand. Recognizing the importance of reassuring the largest group of foreign tourists visiting her country, she stressed that the measures in place are aimed at providing a safe environment.

Furthermore, Paetongtarn highlighted the long strong ties between Thailand and China by comparing the warmth with which Thai people have received visitors in China, expressing her hope that Chinese tourists could feel equally at home in Thailand. Her visit to the Chinese capital, coinciding with her recent appointment, underscores a broader effort to expand cooperation on various fronts, including infrastructure, the electric vehicle industry, and the digital economy.