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Thailand sends 40,000 stranded tourists home
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 12/03/2026
» More than 40,000 tourists stranded here by flight disruptions in the Middle East have safely returned home, aided by the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand's (CAAT) temporary approval for tour operators in the originating countries to send charter flights to retrieve them.
25% tourism decline ‘worst-case scenario’
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 05/03/2026
» War in the Middle East could seriously affect Thai tourism this year, with a 25% decline from the 2026 target being the worst-case scenario if the fighting extends beyond three months, prompting officials to target short‑haul tourists to fill the gap.
Council sees tourism as key driver of GDP
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/02/2026
» The Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) expects the tourism industry to be a major driver of GDP growth this year as flights and arrivals continue to rebound, though rising untaxed online travel agents and illegal foreign operators continue to limit the full benefits of the rebound.
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.
Japan remains a favourite among Thai travellers
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 21/01/2026
» After securing more than 40 million foreign arrivals for the first time in 2025, Japan is expected to continue attracting Thai travellers this year despite a possible three‑fold increase in the departure tax to ¥3,000, though high airfares remain a factor to monitor.
Outlook remains cloudy for 2026
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 05/01/2026
» With Thailand's economy in 2026 projected to grow modestly at around 1.5%, several business sectors have begun preparing for potential headwinds -- some persisting from last year and others emerging as new risks, particularly with a planned general election in February.
New administration may lift automotive momentum
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 05/01/2026
» The arrival of a new government in 2026 could provide much‑needed momentum for Thailand's automotive sector, which continues to grapple with sluggish consumer spending and fallout from the Thai‑Cambodian border dispute, according to Noriaki Yamashita, president of Toyota Motor Thailand.
Foreign arrivals to Vietnam hit record high despite pollution, floods
Reuters, Published on 16/12/2025
» HANOI - Vietnam is on track to receive a record high of 21 million foreign tourists this year, reflecting the country's strong recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, its culture ministry said, despite chronic air pollution and deadly flooding.
Calls to publicise updated entry rules
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 11/12/2025
» Amid a rise in the number of cases of travellers being denied entry to Thailand, tourism operators are urging the government to regularly publicise updated rules and rely more on pre-screening methods, as the country tightens measures to curb multiple visa runs.
Flavors of Jiangsu: A Culinary Journey through Nanjing, Suzhou, and Yangzhou
Published on 24/11/2025
» In the eastern heartland of China lies Jiangsu Province — a region that captivates not only with its classical gardens, canals, and ancient towns, but also with a culinary heritage as refined as its culture. Jiangsu is home to thirteen cities, each boasting its own distinctive local delicacies that reveal the soul of the place. From the rich duck dishes of Nanjing to the delicate sweetness of Suzhou and the world-famous Yangzhou cuisine, this province invites travellers to savour its stories — one bite at a time.