BEIJING: One Chinese tourist was killed and another injured after their jet skis collided off Thailand’s Phuket island today, Chinese state broadcaster CCTV reported, citing China’s embassy in Thailand.
The cause of the incident was being investigated, CCTV said.
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Thailand is a popular destination for Chinese tourists who are set to travel during the upcoming Lunar New Year break.
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All those on board were rescued with no casualties, the report said.
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