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Pattaya Authorities Tighten Speedboat Regulations on Koh Larn Following Beach Brawl
Pattaya City is set to implement new regulations for speedboat operators serving Koh Larn following a brawl among operators that authorities say damaged the island's family-friendly tourism image. Stricter safety standards and penalties for violations are expected.
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