Published: 15:47, January 18, 2025 | Updated: 16:22, January 18, 2025
Thai PM urges crackdown on transnational crimes to protect tourists
By Xinhua
Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra speaks during an education fund event at the Narathiwat Rajanakarin University in the southern Thai province of Narathiwat on Jan 16, 2025. (PHOTO / AFP)

BANGKOK - Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has asked concerned departments to enhance coordination to tackle transnational crimes and protect tourists.

Chairing a high-level meeting at the government house Friday, Paetongtarn directed relevant agencies to intensify promotion for travelers to boost confidence.

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Paetongtarn said she plans to personally use video messages to emphasize Thailand's safety and AI technology would translate the messages into Chinese for wider accessibility.