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Disabled get extra time to apply
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 19/09/2024
» People with disabilities have been given an extension to apply for 10,000 baht under the government's economic stimulus programme, formerly known as the digital wallet scheme, Minister of Social Development and Human Security Varawut Silpa-archa said on Wednesday.
Tourism buoyant again, reports govt
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 10/08/2024
» The government expects the tourism industry to generate about 2.8 trillion baht in revenue for the country this year, with the number of foreign tourists expected to total nearly 38 million, said government spokesman Chai Wacharonke.
Thai athletes' Olympic outfit stirs debate online
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 19/07/2024
» The new uniform for Thai athletes attending the Olympic Games 2024 has become a hot potato after some netizens criticised the design as being outdated.
Govt denies tourists deserting attractions
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 16/07/2024
» Government spokesman Chai Wacharonke debunked as fake news on social media reports that Cha-am Beach and Amphawa Floating Market are being abandoned by tourists, saying tourists can still be found at both as usual, and at least 50% of local hotel rooms are usually occupied.
Govt keen to boost appeal to Muslim tourists
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 08/07/2024
» The government will continue to develop a strategy to turn Thailand into the region's hub for halal tourism, according to spokesman Chai Wacharonke, adding Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has ordered all tourism-related agencies to promote the country as a Muslim-friendly destination.
Senate poll faces accusations of vote rigging
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 28/06/2024
» Election manipulation was at play in the race to favour some candidates, a winning candidate in the Senate election has claimed.
PM vows to get ‘Ferrari’ economy humming
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 22/06/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has likened Thailand’s economy to a 12-cylinder Ferrari with only six or seven cylinders working. But the government is firing on all cylinders to get the engine running at full throttle, he says.
Extra 7,000 seats per week agreed for India flights
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 17/06/2024
» The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) is looking to increase the number of seats on commercial flights to and from India by 7,000 per week as part of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's policy to promote Thailand as the region's aviation hub and boost tourism traffic.
Gender equality promotion to elevate kingdom's economy
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 02/06/2024
» The government is ready to promote gender equality as it expects Pride Month activities to help boost the economy.
Srettha hails 'fruitful' talks in Italy
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 23/05/2024
» Thailand and Italy have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in a wide range of areas, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said on Wednesday following his official visit to the European nation.