Cross-Border Child Exploitation on Pattaya Streets Exposes Gaps in Law Enforcement

Foreigners Exploiting Kids for Sales in Pattaya

Picture courtesy of The Pattaya News Business owners in Pattaya have expressed alarm after witnessing foreigners using children to sell roses on Walking Street, causing fears of exploitation. The complaints emerged early on September 23, when women and men were seen employing children aged one to seven to sell flowers priced at 100 baht each. Tourists reported feeling pressured and uncomfortable as the children would cling to their arms if t…

Cross-border child exploitation on Pattaya streets exposes gaps in law enforcement

Foreign children selling flowers on Walking Street highlight a long-standing challenge for Pattaya’s tourism and law enforcement. PATTAYA, Thailand – A familiar scene unfolded along Walking Street in Pattaya in the early hours of September 23. Groups of foreign nationals were seen bringing children, some as young as one year old, to sell flowers to unsuspecting tourists. The children were made to approach visitors directly, offering roses at pri…

Foreigners Exploit Children to Sell Flowers on Pattayas Walking Street, Damaging Tourism Image

The Pattaya News =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- PATTAYA, Thailand – September 23rd, 2025 – At 3:30 AM, local business operators in Pattaya’s Walking Street raised concerns about groups of foreigners using children aged 1 to 7 to peddle flowers, exploiting tourists’ sympathy and causing a nuisance. This practice is severely tarnishing the image of Pattaya as a premier tourist destination. On-site investigations […] Foreigners Exploit Children to Sell Flowers o…