Pattaya steps up efforts to rebuild confidence among Chinese tourists amid declining numbers

PATTAYA, Thailand – Mayor Poramet Ngampichet addressed the continuing decline in the number of Chinese tourists visiting the city, highlighting the government’s proactive approach to restoring traveler confidence and mitigating the economic impact on the local tourism industry.

The decrease in Chinese arrivals has been attributed to several factors, including safety concerns following high-profile incidents such as a Chinese celebrity being lured to a neighboring country, recent earthquakes, and rising global economic pressures—particularly those tied to U.S. tax policies. These issues have negatively affected Thailand’s…