The US Navy’s aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln has reached Laem Chabang port in eastern Thailand. American soldiers have come here for rest. After this, now the police has intensified action against prostitution.
US Navy aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln arrived at Laem Chabang port in Thailand on Wednesday morning after its long deployment in West Asia. Five thousand soldiers are deployed on this for the last 9 months. Along with USS Abraham Lincoln, two more ships of the US Navy have also arrived. Now according to a report, American soldiers have been banned from going to some areas related to prostitution.
According to reports, the soldiers will be taken by buses to Pattaya, about 96 km away. Here he will spend five days holidays. Here, the concern of Thai officials has increased due to the arrival of American soldiers. Police have started a crackdown against prostitution in Pattaya city.
Ban on going to Soi 6
American troops are allowed access to Pattaya’s nightlife venues, but are barred from Soi 6. Soi 6 is a famous area of Pattaya, known for its nightlife. Let us tell you that Abraham Lincoln was helping American military operations against Iran in the Middle East. During this period, the ship has created a new record of being deployed at sea for more than 250 consecutive days without stopping at the coast.
However, there were reports of mental stress among the crew due to being in the open sea for such long periods of time and shortages of basic items such as food and hygiene materials. This ship was relieved of responsibility by sending USS George Washington to the Middle East in the month of August. According to Thai military officials, this pause is a rest given to the soldiers to refresh themselves physically and mentally. After this the ship will leave for its main military base in America. They hope the presence of thousands of soldiers will boost local tourism.
Fishermen’s village becomes tourist center
This simple fishermen village, which emerged as a resting place for American soldiers during the Vietnam War, has today become a major tourist center of the world. According to Pattaya Mayor Poramase Ngampiches, an American soldier coming ashore can spend an average of 1000 to 3000 Thai baht per day. This arrival will prove to be a major economic boost for the local service, hotel and hospitality sector.
Hopes raised, but danger remains
The presence of about 5,000 US troops in Thailand has raised hopes of business improvement in the city of Pattaya. On the other hand, sex tourism has also raised serious concerns regarding health risks and safety.
