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Call for more state support for green tourism
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/04/2026
» Southern tourism operators are calling for more government support and incentives for the green transition, as Phuket recently hosted an international sustainable tourism conference in a bid to create global recognition in this sector.
Malaysia Airlines seeks hub role for Kuala Lumpur
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 07/04/2026
» Malaysia Airlines is banking on Kuala Lumpur as an aviation hub, competing with Bangkok and Singapore in Southeast Asia by connecting the region to medium- and long-haul destinations as it adds three new routes in China and Japan to capture strong demand.
Tourism Authority of Thailand invests B30m to revamp app
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 25/02/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has invested 30 million baht to revamp its Amazing Thailand app to support seamless travel for inbound tourists, aiming to reach its goal of 3 trillion baht in tourism revenue this year.
N.C. Housing slashes projects amid weak demand
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/02/2026
» SET-listed developer N.C. Housing plans to launch only two projects worth a combined 2 billion baht this year, lower than in previous years, as it remains cautious because of weak consumer purchasing power.
Pattaya banking on Chinese New Year boost
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 11/02/2026
» With Chinese New Year approaching next week, Pattaya tourism operators expect similar conditions as last year, though Chiang Mai predicts a surge from Chinese‑speaking markets.
Push for policy to lift competitiveness
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 10/02/2026
» With the Bhumjaithai Party expected to lead the government for a full four-year term with a high degree of stability, tourism operators are urging the government to focus on long-term investment rather than short-term stimulus in order to compete with regional rivals such as Vietnam.
Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand chief eyes strategic reboot
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/01/2026
» The next government is urged to reform investment strategy and streamline working processes to lift economic growth, including attracting high-value sectors such as wellness tourism, high-tech industry and green infrastructure.
TAT banking on new campaigns
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/01/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) targets restoring tourism revenue to 3 trillion baht this year from 36.7 million foreign visitors and 210 million domestic trips, looking to new festivals, expanded flight services and the global "Amazing Thailand Ambassador" campaign.
Event organisers still buoyant
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/01/2026
» Despite Vietnam's massive investment in new venue infrastructure, event organisers in Thailand remain confident the country can still compete for event and festival tourism, banking on a variety of venues and its ability to attract both high-spending attendees and repeat visitors.
Tourism still a stalled engine
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/12/2025
» In 2025, the Thai tourism industry faced its first contraction since the pandemic, with several setbacks consistently hampering tourist confidence.