Islamic tourism in Thailand

Islamic tourism in Thailand

BANGKOK (AP): Thailand has asked Malaysia and Indonesia to help develop Islamic tourism facilities to attract visitors from the Middle East.

Malaysia and Indonesia are both predominantly Islamic countries and Indonesia has the world's largest Moslem population. Thailand's population is 90 percent Buddhist, although the country's four southernmost provinces have Moslem majorities. All three countries are tolerant of other religions.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand said help was sought from the country's neighbors since they are "more experienced in catering to" Islamic markets.

The authority's aim is to provide Moslem visitors with facilities and arrangements in accord with their religion's rules. They would include dietary and living arrangements.