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Business jet demand soars in Asia
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 30/03/2026
» Amid commercial flight disruptions caused by the Mideast war, business jet usage is booming in Thailand and Southeast Asia, with plane manufacturers marketing their latest models of long‑range aircraft to wealthy individuals seeking to expand their businesses internationally.
Wellness tourism the way forward
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/11/2025
» As the government promotes the wellness and medical tourism segment, the private sector is calling for eased regulations and a focus on well-being to position Thailand as a top destination for these services.
Phu Kradueng cable car ‘to be ready by 2027’
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/05/2025
» The Ministry of Tourism and Sports insists there will be a cable car operating at Phu Kradueng National Park by 2027 — more than four decades after it was first proposed.
Fatal hotel fire highlights poor safety rules
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 03/01/2025
» The deadly fire at a modified hotel in Bangkok's Khao San area has highlighted insufficient hotel safety regulations, affecting Thailand's tourism reputation, according to the Thai Hotels Association (THA).
Tourism minister urged to brace for the worst
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/09/2024
» Tourism operators have warned the new tourism minister to brace for a nosedive in the global economy and fiercer competition next year, urging the government to start planning for the worst-case scenario from this year.
Uncertainty stymies tourism trade
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/06/2023
» Even as the Election Commission endorsed all MP-elect candidates this week, tourism operators remain worried about stagnant domestic expenditure as travellers delay potential plans, while local businesses are reluctant to reinvest until a government is formed.
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.
Phiphat eager to address outrage
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/01/2023
» Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn says the controversy involving the Thai police and Thailand Privilege Card (TPC) has damaged the reputation of law enforcement and tourism organisations, with his ministry aiming to clarify the allegations before a cabinet meeting next week.