Embassy of Thailand in Islamabad, Pakistan; address 1-20, Diplomatic Enclave-1, Sector G-5/4, Islamabad; phone +92512822191. Head of mission: Mr. Rongvudhi…
Head of mission: Mr. Rongvudhi Virabutr, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Thailand, 10 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Panutat Yodkaew, Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Thailand, 10 Dec 2024)
Thailand offers a vibrant culture, warm hospitality, rich history, delicious cuisine, and beautiful beaches, making it an appealing destination for some segments of Pakistan's 236 million population. However, it ranks modestly in terms of overall tourist arrivals.
Thailand is generally considered a relatively safe destination for tourists, including those from Pakistan. According to the Global Peace Index, Thailand ranks 73rd out of 160 countries, which is significantly safer than Pakistan, ranked 138th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Thailand is 4.9 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than Pakistan's rate of 4.0. However, Thailand has lower rates of female murders at 1.2, while data for Pakistan is not available. The Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Thailand has a lower risk from organized crime compared to Pakistan, with scores of 1.5 for mafia groups and 5.0 for crime networks, compared to Pakistan's scores of 6.0 and 7.5, respectively. Overall, while no destination is without risk, Thailand offers a safer environment for tourists compared to Pakistan based on these metrics.