Police Chief, Chinese Consul Inspect Pattaya Safety

Thai Tourist Police Commissioner Pol Lt Gen Saksira Pueak-am and Mr Wu Jian, Minister Counsellor and Consul General of China in Thailand, inspected safety measures in Pattaya, Chon Buri, aimed at strengthening tourist confidence across the coastal resort city. The visit covered key coastal safety points including Laem Bali Hai Pier and Ta Waen Beach on Koh Larn, where lifeguard readiness and operational procedures were reviewed. They also presented support items to lifeguards and volunteer responders working along the shoreline.

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Following the inspections, the delegation held a coordination meeting with tourism network partners at Tourist Police Station 4, Subdivision 2, Division 1, focusing on integrated safety measures for both domestic and international visitors in the Pattaya tourism zone. The group also took part in a formal roll-call ceremony designed to reinforce public confidence among visitors and tourism operators.

Officials observed demonstrations of a mobile drone operations vehicle and an AI-based surveillance camera system deployed in the Walking Street area, designed to improve real-time monitoring and incident response capabilities. Authorities said these systems are intended to strengthen safety standards across Pattaya’s tourism infrastructure, particularly in high-traffic areas, while supporting confidence among Thai and foreign tourists, including visitors from China.

Pol Lt Gen Saksira and Mr Wu Jian emphasised continued cooperation between Thai authorities and Chinese representatives in promoting safer travel environments, particularly in coastal tourism destinations where water-related activities remain a key attraction. Officials said the measures form part of broader efforts to upgrade safety systems and enhance coordination among law enforcement, local agencies, and tourism stakeholders ahead of peak visitor periods.

The Daily News reported that the inspection forms part of ongoing efforts to improve safety infrastructure and coordination across Pattaya’s tourism sector ahead of peak seasons. Authorities indicated continued joint initiatives and monitoring to maintain safety standards for visitors and to support sustained tourism confidence in the region.

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Adapted by ASEAN Now Dailynews 27 June 2026

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