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Panel calls for new tourism investment
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/07/2025
» Thai tourism should not underestimate rivals in the region, notably Vietnam, which are investing heavily in tourism infrastructure such as high-speed rail as well as new attractions and hotels, said the subcommittee of the National Soft Power Strategy Committee.
ONE Championship touts $470m tourism boost for Thailand
Business, Nick Atkin, Published on 21/05/2025
» ONE Championship chief executive Chatri Sityodtong says martial arts promotion does more than organise fighting competitions in Bangkok -- it's now a key engine for Thailand's tourism economy.
Trump tariffs put tourism on edge
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 20/02/2025
» Uncertainty over the Chinese market and the effect of US President Donald Trump's policies are the most critical factors for the tourism industry in the first half, as airlines and hoteliers consider market trends after the high season.
CPN preps B2bn for 5 malls, renovations
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 08/11/2024
» Retail and property developer Central Pattana Plc (CPN) is planning to spend 2 billion baht on five new community malls and the renovation of 15 existing malls during 2025-2029 to capitalise on evolving consumer behaviours.
Taking Chiang Rai to the world
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/09/2024
» The founder of Welcome to Chiang Rai Co Ltd, a new social enterprise in northern Thailand, was inspired by the beauty and diversity of hill tribe apparel and accessories and aims to add value to such crafted products to help generate sustainable income for the communities producing them.
Gulf, AIS unite for highland solar networks
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 08/06/2024
» Gulf Energy Development, Advanced Info Service (AIS) and the Highland Research and Development Institute (public organisation) have teamed up to improve the living quality of Thais in highland areas through the "Green Energy, Green Network For Thais" project.
Chiang Mai airport key to revival
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 30/09/2023
» With Chiang Mai airport extending its operating hours around the clock starting in November, the tourism sector hopes to unlock the potential of the northern region to welcome more foreign tourists arriving via direct flights.
Hilton set to expand affordable upscale brand in region
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 12/09/2023
» With the middle class in Asia and mass tourism growing, international hospitality chain Hilton is aiming to expand its affordable upscale brand to the region, including Thailand, as one of its fastest growing portfolios.
Centara hotels receive Tripadvisor award
Business, Published on 22/06/2023
» Centara Hotels & Resorts has been recognised by Tripadvisor as a 2023 Travellers' Choice award winner for 31 of its hotels and resorts around the world.
Officials optimistic over Laos borders
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/02/2023
» The Commerce Ministry is bullish about bilateral trade with Laos after officials recently met their counterparts to accelerate the reopening of four border checkpoints opposite Thailand's Nong Khai province.