Mr. Andrey V. Dvornikov and representatives from the Russian Embassy in Bangkok paid a visit to Pattaya on Tuesday to take part in an outreach programme at the Royal Cliff Beach Resort on Pratamnak Hill. Attending were representatives from Russian linked associations and business people from the Russian community living in and around Pattaya. Representing Pattaya were officers from various Government Departments and Deputy Mayor Ronnakit Aegasing. The meeting focussed on issues regarding the safety Russian tourists, which has been deemed lacking in recent years. Each year there has been a steady build up of Russians visiting Thailand, now thousands of Russians flock to the land of smiles and especially to Pattaya to escape the winter bitter cold weather in Russia. According to Mr. Dvornikov there has been a buildup of negative impressions towards safety procedures in Thailand as there has been an increase in crime occurring to Russian tourists, especially snatchings of bags, gold etc., a record number of burglaries happening at hotels. He also protested against tourists having their passports seized, which he deemed illegal as they are the property of the Russian Government and blamed the negligence of the Thai Government and local authorities. He also blamed the increase in crime with the loss of naval officers patrolling with local police, a policy that took place 10 years ago, and was effective in lowering the crime rate against Russian tourists. He wished to see this procedure brought back for the safety of all Russians living or visiting Pattaya.
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