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Tourism's 2-speed economy
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 18/02/2026
» Tourism is a key industry for Thailand, but over the past decade it has faced a critical challenge: income disparity, with a sharp divide between a handful of major destinations and second-tier locations.
Phuket up in arms on long‑stay visa
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 18/02/2026
» Phuket tourism operators oppose the government's policy allowing foreigners who buy real estate worth 3 million baht to qualify for a long‑stay visa, arguing the investment threshold is too low and could attract "non‑quality" visitors who may engage in illegal activities, as well as risking an increase in property prices, making housing less affordable for local residents.
Bank of Thailand takes closer look at large cash transactions
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/02/2026
» The Bank of Thailand is tightening oversight of cash transactions by introducing stricter due diligence requirements and clearer verification of the purpose of fund usage, in an effort to curb suspicious transactions.
Shorter visa-free stays on the cards
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 12/02/2026
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry insists the government's plan to reduce visa‑free stays from 60 days should not impact tourism, as most foreign tourists on average stay for less than a month.
Asian shares steady after earlier tech-led sell-off
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 07/02/2026
» RECAP: Asian equities regained some stability on Friday after early losses, indicating that selling pressure may be easing following a tech rout that battered Wall Street for three days amid unease about an AI bubble.
Blackpink lifts mainland Chinese arrivals in Hong Kong to January weekend record
South China Morning Post, Published on 27/01/2026
» Mainland Chinese tourists coming to Hong Kong on Saturday and Sunday made it a record-breaking weekend for this month, driven by K-pop girl group Blackpink's shows, while the figure was just 2% below New Year's Eve and New Year's Day footfall.
AIS clarifies illegal cross-border internet issue
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 27/01/2026
» Advanced Info Service (AIS) on Monday filed a clarification with the Stock Exchange of Thailand regarding the detection of unauthorised cross-border internet signal connections arising from a customer's misuse of AIS services, in breach of the applicable service terms and conditions and in contravention of relevant laws.
South Korea regains appeal among Thais after travel‑ban backlash subsides
Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 23/01/2026
» South Korea's popularity in Thailand has risen after it fell out of favour with Thai tourists owing to strict immigration rules for visitors from the kingdom.
Thai travellers warned over rise of visa scams
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/01/2026
» Travellers are advised to be alert to visa application scams, such as false appointment letters or requests for additional payment for fast-track visa guarantees, as outbound travel grows.
Northeastern arrivals dip amid crackdown
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 20/01/2026
» Tourist arrivals through four immigration checkpoints along Thailand's northeastern border fell by half in January, as authorities continue to strictly curb visa runs, while overall arrivals to the country are expected to decline by 18%.