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Bangkok Post
9 hours ago
- Bangkok Post
Travellers get cold feet over skirmishes
Despite the long holiday, operators in Chanthaburi and Nakhon Ratchasima reported a surge of room cancellations as tourists were concerned about the border dispute, including fears over Cambodia's PHL-03 rocket launcher, which has a range of up to 130 kilometres from the border. Poompat Tangcharoensiri, president of the Chanthaburi Tourism Association, said bookings during the previous long weekend had a 30-40% cancellation rate, even though most hotels and tourist attractions remained open under martial law. He said tourists were hesitant to visit the province until there were clear signs of easing tensions, especially after news circulated on social media about Cambodia's long-range rocket launcher, which could target inner provinces such as Rayong. Domestic tourists still travelled, but they chose alternative destinations with similar attractions, such as Pattaya and Chon Buri, which are closer to Bangkok, said Mr Poompat. He estimated bookings during the upcoming Mother's Day national holiday in two weeks could drop by 20% year-on-year due to the border tensions. Mr Poompat urged the government to clearly communicate to locals and tourists on what they should or shouldn't do under martial law in order to avoid panic. He said popular beach destinations in Chanthaburi are located 50-60km from the Thailand–Cambodia border, and the Ban Laem checkpoint in the province remains open for Cambodians returning to their home country. Mr Poompat said once the situation improves, the government and the Tourism Authority of Thailand should introduce special measures to assist operators in border provinces who have lost income, in addition to the existing domestic co-payment scheme. In the first five months of the year, tourism revenue in Chanthaburi declined by 500 million baht year-on-year due to the weak economy, and it is expected to plunge further for the remainder of the year, he said. Rungroj Santadvanit, president of the lower northeastern chapter of the Thai Hotels Association, said even though Nakhon Ratchasima is not a border province, it also recorded cancellations from both business and leisure travellers. Several meetings and parties were cancelled because they were expecting guests from the Northeast, including border provinces directly affected by the dispute. Some guests inquired about safety due to concerns over potential rocket attacks. Popular leisure destinations like Khao Yai saw lower than expected bookings, with average occupancy falling to 50%, compared to the typical 70–90% during long holidays, said Mr Rungroj. He said hotels in Korat and Khao Yai still had bookings from visitors who travelled to border provinces for business or personal reasons, but preferred not to stay overnight in those areas. Meanwhile, some hotels in Buri Ram and Ubon Ratchathani reported full cancellations. "Operators want peace and for the situation to be resolved as soon as possible," said Mr Rungroj. "The longer the dispute continues, the greater the risk that hotels in border provinces may be forced to temporarily close." He suggested in addition to the Finance Ministry's planned tax incentives to stimulate tourism during the low season, public and government agencies should be encouraged to use their budgets to hold meetings in upcountry areas.
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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business Standard
Closely monitoring situation: India on Thailand-Cambodia clashes
As military clashes between Thailand and Cambodia continued, India on Saturday said it is closely monitoring the unfolding situation and hoped for cessation of hostilities. At least 32 people have been killed and nearly 1,50,000 displaced in the border clashes between the two Southeast Asian countries that erupted on Thursday. In its reaction to the conflict, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) advised Indian travellers in the region to contact the respective embassies in the two countries for any assistance. "We are closely monitoring the situation along the border between Cambodia and Thailand," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said. "India has close and friendly relations with both countries and hopes that both sides will take measures for a cessation of hostilities and prevention of further escalation," he said. The Indian embassies in Thailand and Cambodia have already issued separate advisories for Indian travellers. The Indian mission in the Thai capital urged all Indian travellers to check updates from authorities in the country before visiting tourist attractions in troubled areas. It called on Indians to avoid travelling to seven provinces as suggested by the Tourism Authority of Thailand. Thailand is a popular destination for Indian tourists. In 2024, around 2.1 million Indian tourists visited the country. The Indian embassy in Phnom Penh also advised Indian citizens in Cambodia to avoid travelling to border areas. "In view of the ongoing clashes at the Cambodia-Thailand border, Indian nationals are advised to avoid travelling to the border areas," it said in a post on social media.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Don't Lecture Us': China Vs U.S. Fight Over Russia's War Explodes In UN Security Council
Thailand-Cambodia Border Clashes: India Issues Advisory, Warns Against Travel To 7 Thai Provinces Amid rising tensions along the Thailand-Cambodia border, the Indian Embassy in Thailand has issued a travel advisory urging Indian citizens to avoid seven affected provinces, including Ubon Ratchathani, Surin, and Sisaket. The Thai government has banned entry to 20 locations and declared martial law in eight districts. The Tourism Authority of Thailand has shared helpline number 1672 for updates. The conflict, involving heavy weapons, began on July 24 and has already claimed at least 16 lives, including children and a soldier, with dozens injured. Tens of thousands have fled as the situation threatens to escalate into a full-scale war.#thailandcambodiaconflict #indiantraveladvisory #bordersecurity #thailandtravel #cambodiatension #martiallaw #toi #toibharat 6.2K views | 15 hours ago
Hans India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Indian Embassy issues travel advisory amid clashes at Cambodia-Thailand border
Phnom Penh: The Indian Embassy in Cambodia on Saturday advised Indians to avoid travelling to the border areas due to the ongoing clashes between Thailand and Cambodia at the border. It has also asked Indians to contact the embassy in case of any emergency. In a statement released on X, the Indian Embassy in Cambodia stated, "In view of the ongoing clashes at the Cambodia-Thailand border, Indian nationals are advised to avoid travelling to the border areas. In case of any emergency, Indian nationals may approach the Embassy of India, Phnom Penh at +855 92881676 or email [email protected]." On Saturday, a Cambodian defence spokesperson said that at least 13 people have died and 71 others were injured in Cambodia in border clashes. As per Thai media, the border clashes began for the third day on Saturday after the Cambodian side opened fire at Thai soldiers. The Indian Embassy's advisory came as tensions remained high along the Thailand-Cambodia border in recent weeks. The militaries of both nations started fighting on Thursday, causing casualties on each side. While addressing a press briefing, Cambodian Defence Ministry's Undersecretary of State and Spokesperson Maly Socheata said, "Five Cambodian soldiers were killed and 21 others were wounded." Socheata said, "Also, eight civilians died and 50 others were injured in Oddar Meanchey province," Xinhua News Agency reported. The Cambodian Ministry of National Defence said the Thai army on Saturday expanded its military attacks to another Cambodian province, Pursat. According to the Thai Public Broadcasting Service, the border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia began for the third day on Saturday after the Cambodian troops opened fire against Thai soldiers in Trat province, and the Thai side responded. In response to Cambodia's new attack, the Thai Navy has launched "Trat Strike 1" operation and has successfully pushed back the Cambodian incursion at three key points, according to the Thai Ministry of Defence spokesperson's office statement on Saturday. The Thai Navy has dispatched a task force of four vessels to support the operation in Trat and provide fire support to ground forces, the National Broadcasting Services of Thailand reported on Saturday. Earlier on Friday, the Indian Embassy in Thailand issued a travel advisory urging Indian tourists to remain vigilant and stay updated through official Thai sources, including the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) newsroom. 'In view of the situation near the Thailand-Cambodia border, all Indian travellers to Thailand are advised to check updates from Thai official sources, including TAT Newsroom. As per the Tourism Authority of Thailand, places mentioned in the following link are not recommended for travelling,' Embassy of India in Thailand posted on X.
NDTV
4 days ago
- NDTV
Travelling To Thailand, Cambodia Amid Clashes? Avoid These Areas
As tensions grow along the Thailand-Cambodia border conflict, India has issued travel advisories on Saturday, urging its nationals to avoid areas near the border due to security concerns. The Embassy of India in Cambodia, based in Phnom Penh, cautioned its citizens against travelling to the border areas and also included the emergency contact details in view of the ongoing clashes. — India in Cambodia (@indembcam) July 26, 2025 On Friday, the Indian Embassy in Thailand issued a similar alert and urged Indian travellers to avoid areas near the conflict zone. "In view of the situation near Thailand-Cambodia border, all Indian travelers to Thailand are advised to check updates from Thai official sources, including TAT Newsroom," it read. In view of the situation near Thailand-Cambodia border, all Indian travelers to Thailand are advised to check updates from Thai official sources, including TAT Newsroom. As per Tourism Authority of Thailand places mentioned in the following link are not recommended for… — India in Thailand (@IndiainThailand) July 25, 2025 Places to avoid in Thailand Ubon Ratchathani: Phu Chong-Na Yoi National Park (Na Chaluai), Kaeng Lamduan (Nam Yuen), Chong An Ma Checkpoint (Nam Yuen) Surin: Prasat Ta Muen Thom/Tod, Prasat Ta Kwai, Prasat Ban Pluang, Prasat Phum Pon, Chong Chom, Phanom Swai Forest Park, Phanom Dong Rak border zones Sisaket: Khao Phra Wihan NP (Pha Mo I Daeng), Chong Sa-ngam, Border areas near Kantharalak & Phu Sing, Buriram: Chong Sai Taku, Ta Phraya NP, Border zones near Ban Kruat & Lahan Sai Sa Kaeo: Ban Khlong Luek Checkpoint & Rong Kluea Market, Prasat Sdok Kok Thom, Border zones near Aranyaprathet & Khlong Hat Chanthaburi: Ban Laem & Ban Phat Kad checkpoints, Border zones near Pong Nam Ron & Soi Dao Trat: Ban Hat Lek, Ban Muen Dan & Ban Ma Muang checkpoints ???? Travel Advisory — Updated 24 July 2025 ???? Due to ongoing unrest along the Thai–Cambodian border, please note that several attractions in 7 provinces are now not recommended for visiting: ????Ubon Ratchathani • Phu Chong‑Na Yoi National Park (Na Chaluai) • Kaeng Lamduan (Nam… — TAT Newsroom (@Tatnews_Org) July 24, 2025 How many Indians travel to Thailand and Cambodia Both Thailand and Cambodia are popular among Indian tourists, primarily for their geographical proximity and climate. Besides, the two nations are also economic getaways for Indians looking for quick honeymoons or even trips with their friends and family. In 2024, Indians emerged as the third largest group to travel to Thailand. About 2.12 million Indian tourists visited Thailand last year, according to data shared by the Embassy of India in Bangkok. Only more Chinese and Malaysian nationals travelled to Thailand, the data showed. With just around 0.13 million Thai tourists travelling to India, the number was abysmally low in comparison. As far as Cambodia is concerned, 77,632 Indians travelled to the country in 2024, an increase of 12.8% over 2023, according to a report in The Phnom Penh Post. Of these, 58,743 were tourists, while the remainder were business travellers, it added. The two countries are also connected by direct flights between Phnom Penh and New Delhi and Kolkata and Siem Reap. Thailand-Cambodia Border-dispute A long-standing border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia escalated on Thursday, following years of tensions over contested territory. The situation turned violent after Thailand claimed that Cambodia fired long-range rockets at civilian places, including a petrol pump, killing at least six people. In retaliation, Thailand sent an F-16 fighter jet to target a Buddhist Pagoda, killing one civilian, according to Al Jazeera. Thailand's health ministry has reported 15 deaths, including 14 civilians and 1 soldier, while Cambodia has reported 32 fatalities so far. The UN court settled the issue in 2013, but after a Cambodian soldier was murdered in a fresh conflict in May, the matter escalated again. Thailand also expelled Cambodia's ambassador and recalled its envoy.
