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Outbound market keeps focus on Asia
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/06/2023
» Asian countries are engaged in fierce competition for the Thai outbound travel market, banking on increased flight capacity compared with last year.
Full reopening, faster movement
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 27/12/2022
» Thai tourism in the first half of the year was like riding a rollercoaster as the "Test & Go" programme -- the country's reopening initiative -- was suspended in January in the wake of the Omicron variant which spread rapidly since the end of last year.
Rolling with the punches
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 27/12/2022
» This year has been packed with events that highlighted both progress and setbacks — unavoidable realities in the world of business. The year posed challenges for the government and businesses seeking new opportunities post-pandemic, sparked hope among car makers that are anticipating growth of the electric vehicle industry in Thailand, as well as unsuccessful attempts by some companies to further grow their businesses.
Tourist arrivals set to slow next year
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 29/11/2022
» The tourism sector might be challenged by a slow market in the second quarter next year as there will be no more pent-up demand which fuelled the market this year, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
One-stop centre to spur FDI in the offing
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 28/11/2022
» The government is establishing a new one-stop service centre to stimulate foreign direct investment and outlays on international headquarters and regional offices.
New medical treatment visa planned for Jan 1
Online Reporters, Published on 15/11/2022
» Thailand plans to introduce a new medical treatment visa on Jan 1 to cement its position as a medical hub in the region.
Tourism ministry seeks B8.7bn economic 'booster shot'
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 15/11/2022
» LONDON: The Tourism and Sports Ministry is planning to ask the cabinet this month for a budget of 8.7 billion baht to support the tourism industry, saying a "booster shot" is required for Thailand to attract 18-20 million tourists next year.
Thais eager to welcome Chinese coming via rail
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/10/2022
» Thai tourism should benefit from the Laos-China high-speed railway, with at least 3 million Chinese travelling via this channel once the mainland permits outbound travel, according to the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta).
Smart Visa scheme to cover 18 sectors
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 28/09/2022
» The cabinet yesterday approved extending the Smart Visa scheme to cover a total of 18 targeted industries, up from the existing 13, aiming to entice skilled workers, investors, executives and entrepreneurs to work or invest in Thailand.
Operators, travellers await Japan visa move
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 17/09/2022
» Tour operators and travellers are awaiting confirmation of the new entry rules for Japan after the government hinted that the visa requirement will be lifted in October.