Thailand’s Tourism Ministry has vowed to implement improved safety measures for visiting tourists, after officials acknowledge an assault on two Malaysians is hitting confidence.
A Malaysian couple were doused in chemicals and set on fire in Bangkok in a random attack by a Thai man.
The ministry made an official statement about the incident on social media.
It promised improved safety measures in tourist areas to boost overall confidence for international visitors.
The overriding message is that Thailand remains safe for visitors, which was echoed by tourist police chief, Lt Gen Saksira Phuak-um.
One Yik Leong, 26, and Gan Xiao Zhen, 27 were doused in thinner and then set alight.
Both were seriously injured but were in a stable condition in hospital.
They were attacked outside a Bangkok shopping mall.
They were visited by police and tourism officials in hospital.
They could remain in hospital for about a month, officials say.
“Malaysia places its full trust in Thai authorities to carry out a thorough and transparent investigation, and will provide full cooperation as required,” the Malaysian Foreign Ministry said.
The media coverage of the incident has been extensive and has been seen as a major setback for Thailand’s tourism industry.
