# Thai PM leverages AI to deliver a Mandarin message addressing Chinese tourist safety concerns

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/china/192208-thai-pm-ai-chinese-message
- Published: 2025-01-30T10:36:53+07:00
- Author: Thai Video News

Recent reports of Chinese citizens being trafficked to scam operations in Myanmar
have led to a decline in Chinese tourist bookings to Thailand, especially in the
lead-up to the Lunar New Year holiday.

While cancellations have occurred, the overall number of Chinese tourists expected
to visit Thailand during this period remains high, though possibly lower than initially
projected. This decrease is largely fueled by social media discussions and news 
coverage.

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Thai authorities have unveiled a video featuring Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra,
enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI) to appear as if she is speaking fluent 
Mandarin. Released on January 22, 2025, the video is part of a broader initiative
to rebuild trust and confidence among Chinese tourists ahead of the annual Lunar
New Year travel surge.

Chinese interest in Thailand as a travel destination has waned following the recent
disappearance of Chinese actor Wang Xing. The actor, who went missing in Thailand,
was later found and rescued from a compound in Myanmar, allegedly linked to online
scam operations.

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The importance of Chinese tourism to Thailand’s economy is paramount. The Lunar 
New Year period is crucial for the tourism sector, acting as a key indicator of 
the year’s performance. Thailand aims to reach 40 million tourist arrivals this 
year, and a strong showing from the Chinese market is vital to achieving this goal.
The situation highlights the intricate relationship between tourism, diplomacy, 
and trade between Thailand and China.