Minister urges public to stop giving to beggars in tourist hotspots

VARAWUT SILPA-ARCHA, MINISter of Social Development and Human Security, has urged the public to stop giving money to beggars, particularly in popular tourist destinations such as Phuket, Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Chonburi.

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Speaking in an interview about the ongoing issue of begging in Thailand, Mr Varawut emphasised that while the problem has existed for many years, it is important for people to understand that begging is illegal under Thai law.

Authorities, including the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security and the police, are actively working to address the situation, Mr Varawut said.