Thailand Pushes Back Against China's Tourist Kidnapping Warning
The Thai government has refuted China's warning regarding "tourist kidnappings," asserting that domestic safety measures are robust. Thai tourism authorities emphasized their commitment to ensuring safety, working to alleviate China's concerns.
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