China issued a new travel advisory warning of kidnapping risk in Thailand, specifically mentioning "transport provided by others". Tourism Minister Surasak Phancharoenworakul says ordinary tourists are not at risk and the danger involves people lured by fake job offers who are taken to scam centres near the border. For tour operators and businesses serving Chinese visitors, expect possible softer bookings and questions from customers; the government says it will talk with Chinese authorities on measures.
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