Thai Minister Downplays Kidnap Risk for Chinese Tourists, But Concerns Linger
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Thai Minister Downplays Kidnap Risk for Chinese Tourists, But Concerns Linger

Thailand's Foreign Minister has stated that 'real' tourists from China will not face kidnap risks, but domestic security concerns persist. The statement may not be enough to allay public anxieties about rising foreign crime in Thailand.

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