The statement was issued earlier tonight (July 24) in both Thai and English, a rarity for the Governor’s Office.
The statement in full reads as follows:
"Phuket Province extends its deepest condolences for the loss of life and property resulting from the recent unrest along the Thai–Cambodian border. Our thoughts are with those affected, and we hope for a swift and peaceful resolution to the situation.
"We wish to clarify that the area in question is nearly 930 miles (nearly 1,500km) away from Phuket and that the unrest has had no impact on the safety or tourism atmosphere in the province.
"Phuket continues to welcome visitors as usual. All tourist attractions, hotels, restaurants, and shops remain fully open and operational. The province maintains a high level of safety, with coordinated efforts between government agencies, private stakeholders, and security authorities to ensure the well-being of both Thai and international tourists.
"Visitors can travel and enjoy their stay in Phuket with confidence."
The Phuket Provincial Office did not explain why it felt the statement was necessary.