Looking to quell concerns among Chinese tourists


Safety first: The Thai government has promised to boost the confidence of tourists by strengthening its safety measures. — AFP

The kingdom has sought to dampen safety concerns among potential Chinese tourists as fears mounted over reported kidnappings on the Thai-Myanmar border.

Scam compounds have mushroomed in Myanmar’s borderlands, staffed by foreigners who are often trafficked and forced to work, swindling their compatriots in an industry analysts say is worth billions of dollars.

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