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PM urged to tackle overtourism
Gary Boyle, Published on 23/04/2024
» With opposition to overtourism rising in many countries, Thai tourism operators are urging the prime minister to seriously consider the nation's carrying capacity, while some have suggested collecting a 300-baht tourism tax in a bid to solve the problem.
Pita returns to parliament, criticises handout scheme
Gary Boyle, Published on 25/01/2024
» Former Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat made a return to parliament on Thursday and said the country is not in need of the government's 500-billion-baht digital wallet handout scheme, which could result in long-term burdens.
Carabao enters beer market
Gary Boyle, Published on 10/11/2023
» Carabao Group, the energy drink manufacturer, is set to enter Thailand's 260-billion-baht beer market following the introduction yesterday of its Carabao and Tawandang beer brands.
TEST YOURSELF: A slice of paradise
Gary Boyle, Published on 31/08/2023
» A trip to the Maldives is no longer just for the rich
Long-haul trains moving to new hub
Gary Boyle, Published on 17/01/2023
» The number of long-haul trains departing and arriving at Hua Lamphong Station in Bangkok will be slashed starting from Thursday, according to the Department of Rail Transport.
Post-Covid tourism plan gets green light
Gary Boyle, Published on 04/01/2023
» The cabinet on Tuesday approved a plan for tourism development over the next five years, including a plan for Thailand to be among the world's top wellness destinations.
Thaksin: I'll be back
Gary Boyle, Published on 21/07/2022
» Ousted premier Thaksin Shinawatra has responded to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's come-home challenge, saying he will return to Thailand.
Mass tests to decide virus curb easing
Gary Boyle, Published on 12/02/2021
» Health officials in Samut Sakhon will launch mass Covid-19 antibody testing next week, as the authorities prepare to consider easing Covid-19 restrictions.
Factory staff to be monitored
Gary Boyle, Published on 05/02/2021
» Stricter measures will be used to curb the spread of Covid-19 infections among migrant workers in Samut Sakhon after tests at seven factories over many weeks found almost 8,000 positive cases.
TEST YOURSELF: Food for thought
Gary Boyle, Published on 22/01/2021
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