Tourism banking on health image 56 Thailand relying on reputation for safety published : 6 Jan 2021 at 06:22 56 A Chinese tourist from Guangzhou arrives in Thailand under the special tourist visa policy granted to revive tourism. The Tourism and Sports Ministry set a goal to welcome 5-10 million international tourists this year. (Photo by Varuth Hirunyatheb) The new outbreak is forcing Thailand to rebuild its image as a health and safety destination again, says the Tourism and Sports Ministry. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, the tourism and sports minister, said the experience of last year has equipped Thai healthcare workers with the knowledge of how to deal with the virus and they have adequate medical supplies.