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Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 10/12/2024
» South Korea is seeking to loosen arrival measures for Thai tourists following negative sentiment over the strict immigration system and strong regional competition to draw visitors, says the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO).
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 03/12/2024
» Thailand-South Korea relations are paradoxical. The countries share a dynamic that boasts both heroic achievements and glaring challenges. While their cultural and economic ties have progressed over the decades, they are black-eyed by labour and immigration issues. Solving these irritating issues can elevate friendship and unleash the potential of bilateral cooperation.
Gary Boyle, Published on 24/10/2024
» Collection of the 300-baht travel tax may start with air passengers in the first phase, with the system needing at least six months before starting, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry.
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 24/10/2024
» Collection of the 300-baht travel tax may start with air passengers in the first phase, with the system needing at least six months before starting, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry.
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 06/08/2024
» Thai singer Lalisa "Lisa" Manobal, a member of the phenomenal yet now defunct Blackpink, epitomises the modern Thai-South Korean relationship thanks to her popularity and global appeal.
Online Reporters, Published on 05/08/2024
» The government continued an effort to seek easier entry for Thai travellers into South Korea in a recent meeting between their foreign ministers.
Oped, Postbag, Published on 27/06/2024
» Re: "Job reminder for the 'permanent five'", (Opinion, June 26). Kasit Piromya commendably outlines the deep crisis of a polarised world today.
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 27/11/2023
» The pandemic has made every country realise their economies cannot thrive with closed borders.
Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 20/11/2023
» Even though I travel often for work, I couldn't help but worry on arriving in Seoul at the beginning of the month. Our media trip took place in the midst of a contentious topic as the hashtag #BanTravellingtoKorea rose to the top of the trending list on X in Thailand.
Editorial, Published on 05/11/2023
» We often hear about the experiences of tourists in Thailand, but there's rarely any discussion of Thais travelling abroad. This changed recently when the hashtag #BanTravelToSouthKorea began trending on X, with netizens accusing the country of discriminating against Thai tourists. Everyone from the average tourist to influencers joined the debate and shared stories of being interrogated and/or refused entry into South Korea despite having all the right paperwork.