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Thailand works to spur Taiwanese arrivals
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 30/09/2025
» Declining confidence among Asian travellers to Thailand has also affected the Taiwanese market this year, say travel agents.
Tourism council lists urgent issues
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 20/09/2025
» The Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) has urged the new cabinet to place cannabis smokers in specific zones, while working to prevent foreigners from stealing local jobs in tourism and encouraging hotels to register.
Pattaya touts red-light zone
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 15/09/2025
» In light of the recent BBC Three documentary focusing on the “dark side” of Thailand, Pattaya tourism operators have urged the government to solve persistent negative issues such as fraud, the decriminalisation of sex workers, and regulation of cannabis.
Calls for vouchers for foreign visitors
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/09/2025
» Tourism operators are urging the new tourism minister to give cash coupons to foreign visitors to spend in Thailand, similar to practices in other countries, and plan ahead for next year's low season immediately.
Call for major upgrades to Thai tourism sector
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 03/06/2025
» The Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) will this week submit a letter to Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, requesting improvements to the tourism industry in order to compete at the global level.
Pot law won't blunt arrivals
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 10/01/2024
» Tourism operators say the new cannabis and hemp draft law prohibiting recreational use could lead to dispensaries closing down, but it wouldn't affect the overall tourism industry as hemp is not a major draw for foreign tourists.
Cannabis regulation back on agenda as outlets soar
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 22/08/2023
» Tourism operators said the regulation of cannabis and hemp usage should be finished within one year following a fivefold increase in new cannabis shops operating in the Khao San Road area since last year.
Snub of tourism post ignites rancour
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 20/05/2023
» Tourism operators said they would be disappointed if tourism and sports minister is not on the wish lists of the two major political parties as has been speculated by the media, given that the sector is driving the local economy.
TAT touts wellness industry strengths
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/03/2023
» Thailand has competitive advantages to strengthen wellness and medical tourism, both in terms of certified facilities and lower prices, than international players, according to The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).