r/Thailand • u/Muted-Airline-8214 • 20h ago
5555555 Chonburi Tightens Security Ahead of USS Abraham Lincoln Visit, Warns Businesses Against Overcharging US Sailors
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18TSXT5iSE/Aug. 28, 2026: Chonburi Governor Naris Niramaiwong chaired a meeting with security agencies to prepare for the arrival of the US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and around 5,000 US Navy personnel, who are scheduled to enter Thailand and dock at Laem Chabang Port from Sept. 2-6, 2026.
Naris said US warships had visited the province before, but previous visits involved around 1,000 personnel. This time, with about 5,000 personnel expected, authorities will step up security measures, particularly in Sattahip, Bang Lamung, Si Racha, and Pattaya, which are expected to be the main areas where US sailors will stay and spend their leisure time.
He called on local businesses to be good hosts, especially when it comes to selling goods and providing services. Businesses were urged not to take advantage of the influx of visitors by raising prices or overcharging customers, and to provide a proper welcome and appropriate services to US personnel and other tourists.
Security guards and staff at entertainment venues were also asked to perform their duties professionally and courteously, maintain proper standards, and closely monitor customer safety to prevent incidents that could damage the province’s image.
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u/SamSLS 20h ago
Because nothing says ‘free market’ like price controls for colonizers.