Despite the recent kidnapping of tourists on the borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Cambodia, there has been no negative impact on tourists visiting Singapore.

Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Trade and Industry Yen Jinyong revealed in writing to respond to parliamentary inquiries from members of Congress by Senator Yan Tianbao (Ann Mo Kio Constituency) and Xie Binghui (Netherlands-Bukit Tima Constituency) that Singapore's tourism industry has recovered steadily , the number of international tourists increased by 21% year-on-year in 2024 to 16.5 million.

Yan Jinyong emphasized that as a tourist destination, Singapore's safety and attractiveness are widely recognized. Singapore has a low crime rate and a good public infrastructure, and enjoys the reputation of one of the safest cities in the world.

He said the government will continue to work closely with the industry to provide more diverse tourism products.

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Last year, the number of tourists recovered to 86% before the epidemic, and tourism revenue is expected to hit a record high of nearly 29 billion yuan

Last year, the number of tourists recovered to 86% before the epidemic, and tourism revenue is expected to hit a record high of nearly 29 billion yuan