Phuket Bids for 2028 Expo: Life, Harmony, Sustainability
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PHUKET - Phuket is vying for the opportunity to host the Specialized Expo in 2028, emphasizing its theme of life, harmony, and sustainable development, while positioning itself against international contenders.
The island province of...
Russian Women Arrested in Phuket for Allegedly Providing Salon and Nail Services
Phuket –
Three Russian women were arrested in Thalang for allegedly providing salon and nail services which is a protected occupation only for Thai people.
Lieutenant Colonel Tawan Lekmart of the Cherng Talay Police told the...
Thai Q2 GDP Growth Below Forecast at 1.8%
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The Thai economy expanded slower than expected in the second quarter, according to data released on Monday (21 Aug), with strength in tourism helping to counter weaker exports amid a slowdown in global...
Airports of Thailand Commits 140 Billion Baht for Urgent Airport Projects
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BANGKOK (NNT) -Â Airports of Thailand (AOT) has allocated a budget of 140 billion baht for two major airport construction projects in response to the urgent policies presented by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
According to...
Chiang Mai’s Tourism Hit by Slump in Chinese Visitors Despite Visa Exemption
Chiang Mai—
On October 21st, 2023, Chiang Mai local media sources reported the unsatisfied aftermath of visa exemptions since late September for Chinese tourists which was one of the Thai government's policies to attract foreign...
Thai Prime Minister Participates at Loi Krathong Festival in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai—
On November 28th, 2023, Mr. Srettha Thavisin, the Thai Prime Minister, and Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the leader of the Pheu Thai Party, participated in the Loi Krathong festival in Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang...
Five-Year-Old Russian Girl Dies after Speedboat Crash near Maithon Island in Phuket
Phuket -
A five-year-old Russian girl was pronounced dead and a boat captain fell unconscious and was injured after a Phuket boat crash. Additionally, six foreign tourists and a boat crew member sustained various injuries...
Thai Alcohol Business Advisor Petitions Thai Government for Alcohol Sales Law Revision Amid Tourism...
National—
On February 1st, 2024, Mr. Thanakorn Kuptajit, the advisor to the Thai Alcohol Beverage Business Association (TABBA), petitioned the Thai government to consider revising the law prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages from 2:00...
Thai Government Urged to Consider Long-Term Visa-Free Deal for India
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Tourism leaders in Thailand are calling for discussions on establishing a long-term visa-free travel arrangement with India, anticipating significant benefits as India is expected to become the world's third-largest economy by 2027.
The temporary...
Koh Samui Experiences Tourism Surge: Fully Booked Flights and Hotels Amid Summer Season
Surat Thani—
On March 27th, 2024, Koh Samui local media reported a large number of foreign tourists flocking to Koh Samui, Surat Thani. It was reported that Bangkok Airways was fully booked for 43 flights...