REUTERS/Jorge Silva/File Photo Acquire Licensing RightsBANGKOK, Nov 14 (Reuters) - Thailand rolled back on Tuesday plans of joint patrols with Chinese police in popular tourist spots after public backlash.
Tourism officials on Sunday floated the idea of having Chinese and Thai police patrol much-visited areas to build confidence among tourists, including Chinese nationals.
"There are many alternative ways to build confidence for tourists in Thailand ... but we will not have joint patrols," Tourism Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol told reporters on Tuesday.
"The Thai police force is already adequate and are working hard to restore confidence," Sudawan said.
Restoring confidence is critical for Thailand's tourism industry, especially among Chinese visitors.
Persons:
Helen Yi, Jorge Silva, Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, Sudawan, Chayut Setboonsarng, Tomasz Janowski
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REUTERS, Rights, Tourism, Sunday, Thomson
Locations:
Taiwan, Siam, Bangkok, Thailand, Rights BANGKOK