Bangkok (Thailand) – August 25, 2015 (travelindex.com) – The Thai government has issued a message of confidence, informing Thai citizens and the international community that – regarding the incident that occurred on August 17, 2015 in the Ratchaprasong area, details of which have been regularly disclosed by the Thai government, in relation to the assistance provided to the injured, as well as the investigations and measures taken to prosecute the perpetrators;

The Thai government assures the public that the situation is fully under the control of the security forces. Additional uniformed and plainclothes security personnel have been deployed to patrol all areas to ensure the greatest possible safety for the population. Furthermore, the Thai government wishes to assure all foreigners planning a trip to Thailand – whether for tourism, business, education, or MICE purposes – that the government will do everything in its power to provide a safe environment during their stay in Thailand, complemented by the usual Thai friendliness and hospitality,” the statement concluded.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), tasked with promoting Thailand to potential visitors worldwide and supporting tourism development, is working closely with stakeholders in the Thai tourism industry and all travel partners worldwide to provide regular updates on the current situation in the country. Those affected have received immediate assistance, and we assure all our friends worldwide that Thailand remains a fascinating and welcoming country.

As things have returned to normal in the areas of the city popular with tourists thanks to increased security measures and police presence, the TAT would like to reassure all friends of Thailand that tourist events and activities in Bangkok and throughout the country are taking place as usual.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is maintaining its global marketing activities for 2015 and plans several industry events and roadshows through December to maintain tourist confidence and strengthen Thailand's image as a top travel destination. Further information can be found here.

The Tourism Monitoring and Communications Centre of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), with 27 overseas offices and 35 domestic offices, is closely monitoring and assessing the situation and will provide regular updates.

Useful contacts for tourists: Ministry of Tourism and Sport +66 (0) 2134 4077, TAT Call Center 1672, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Hotline +66 (0) 2644 7245 / 2643 5522 / 85 065 9927, Tourist Police Hotline 1155

For the latest information on victims, please contact the Erawan Emergency Service Centre at 1646. If you have any information about the incident or wish to report suspicious activity, please contact the police at 191.

International Public Relations Department, Tourism Authority of Thailand, 1600 New Petchaburi Road, Makkasan, Ratchathevi, Bangkok 10400, Thailand, Tel.: +66 (0) 2250 5500 ext. 4545-48, Fax: +66 (0) 2253 7419