Short Title: Thai Embassy Alerts Travellers to Pickpockets, Crime in Belgium and Luxembourg.
The Thai embassy in Brussels has issued a warning to Thai travelers visiting Belgium and Luxembourg, urging them to exercise caution against pickpockets, particularly in crowded areas such as train stations.
The embassy's notice comes in response to a recent increase in criminal activity in the two countries, which includes gang-related shootings, cocaine trafficking, and human trafficking.
Additionally, there have been reports of small-scale robberies and attacks on tourists.
Travelers are advised to take extra care in safeguarding their belongings, including their passports.
In case of an emergency or if assistance is required, they can contact the Thai embassy hotline at (+32) 470 859 667.
The embassy's notice was released on Wednesday and serves as a reminder for Thai travelers to be vigilant and aware of their surroundings while in Belgium and Luxembourg.