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Call for police reform to boost tourism
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/02/2026
» Tourism operators are urging the government to reform law enforcement and regulation, as businesses and tourists suffer from worsening bribery issues, hampering the nation's tourism reputation.
Phuket nightspot operators want crackdown on illegal operations
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/01/2026
» With the recent bribery case regarding entertainment operators in Phuket resurfacing, the private sector urged a crackdown on illegal operations such as staying open late for nightlife venues as well as unlicensed accommodations, which tarnish the tourist island’s reputation and deprive the government of tax revenue.
New AirAsia Group set to steer 7 airlines
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/11/2025
» All airlines under AirAsia will be consolidated under the new AirAsia Group by next month after the completion of Capital A's restructuring, with an aim to become the world's first low-cost carrier with an entire fleet of narrow-body aircraft.
Overhaul of nightspot zoning rules studied
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/10/2025
» The Thai government has revived a proposal to look into easing zoning rules for entertainment venues, along with the afternoon alcohol sales ban, according to a cabinet source.
Thai airlines face imminent pilot shortages
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 22/09/2025
» The Thai aviation sector is expected to have a pilot shortage in 2-3 years as airlines continue to expand their fleets, while more than half of Thai pilots remain unable to resume work due to licensing issues.
Nok Air rehabilitation proceeding as planned
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/07/2025
» Nok Air expects to exit the rehabilitation process as planned by mid-2028, with less than 400 million baht of debt remaining, and will join the government in offering free domestic air tickets to foreign tourists from September.
Krabi tour operators seek bribe probe
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 22/04/2025
» Krabi Tourism Association has urged the relevant authorities to investigate allegations concerning cases allegedly involving park officials collecting bribes from tour companies, as this issue, which has been circulated widely on social media, could harm the province's tourism sector.
Central Retail Corporation to focus on public service campaigns rather than prices
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/11/2024
» Central Retail Corporation (CRC) plans to allocate a higher marketing budget for equity and sustainable campaigns, shifting from price promotion, after its latest initiative raised more than 2.5 million baht for the Cardiac Children Foundation of Thailand.
New platform to host Thai tourism services
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/09/2024
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry has unveiled a new web portal connecting online services from the public sector, including the new electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system and the 300-baht fee collection from foreign tourists in the future.
Accor keen on expanding premium brands in Thailand
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/09/2024
» International hospitality chain Accor is focusing on expanding its premium brands in Thailand and around the globe, banking on projections for rising global travel over the next decade, India's growing middle class and China's strong outbound market.