19 May 69

Chinese embassy warning Chinese citizens staying in Thailand or those planning to come to Thailand, increasing safety precautions and urging Thai to investigate transparently Case 4 Glass Pool Police carrying Chinese for ransom

May 19, 69, Page, Embassy of the People's Republic of China to Thailand, Post

A spokesman for the Chinese Embassy to Thailand responded to a reporter's question on the case of Chinese citizens being held in detention and ransom in Pool Kaew Province, Thailand.

Q: Recently, an incident occurred in which Chinese citizens were held and ransomed in Pond Kaew Province, Thailand. How does the Chinese Embassy in Thailand comment on the case?

A: The Chinese Embassy in Thailand has given great importance to the case. It immediately contacted the relevant Thai authorities and called on the Thai side to conduct a legitimate, fair and transparent investigation, expedite the scrutiny of the case and bring all relevant offenders to justice.

The Chinese side hopes that the Thai side will strengthen the supervision of law enforcement and the maintenance of domestic order to protect the safety of life and property and the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese citizens in Thailand, maintain a favorable environment for travel between the peoples of the two countries, including friendly cooperation between China and Thailand.

The Chinese Embassy in Thailand has issued a warning to Chinese citizens staying in Thailand or those planning to come to Thailand again to comply strictly with Thai laws and regulations, increase safety precautions and pay attention to the safety of their lives and property. If there is an emergency, please notify the police officer and contact the Chinese Embassy or Consulate General in Thailand for assistance ASAP.