Bangkok, May 27 -- Thailand's Tourism and Sports Ministry is coordinating with the military, police and civil agencies to ensure the safety of tourists and crack down on illegal tours and guides.

Natreeya Taweewong, Permanent Secretary of the ministry, has outlined the government's comprehensive plan to ensure the safety of tourists in Thailand, an issue that remains a top priority.

Her statement comes in response to growing public concern, particularly over safety-related rumours circulated on social media.

Many of these claims are misleading or entirely false, creating unnecessary confusion and potentially affecting tourists' travel decisions, she noted.

To address these concerns, the ministry has partnered with relevant agencies, i...