The Cabinet has made a significant move by approving a proposal to legalise casino entertainment complexes in Thailand. This decision, which comes after public hearings, marks a potential turning point in the country’s entertainment and tourism industry. The Cabinet has approved the report of the House of Representatives ad hoc committee on legalising entertainment complexes…
Severe turbulence on a Qatar Airways flight has injured 12 people. Climate change is causing increased turbulence. A Qatar Airways flight hit severe turbulence over Turkey, leaving 12 people on board injured before landing in Dublin on schedule on Sunday. Passengers on the flight said at least one crew member was thrown into the air…
Thailand’s Songkran Festival has been inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity at the Eighteenth Session of UNESCO. The Songkran Festival in Thailand, a celebration of the traditional Thai New Year, was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity at the Eighteenth Session of the…
Escalating conflict in the Middle East affects exports and has a negative impact on Thailand’s economy both directly and indirectly. Escalating conflict in the Middle East is negatively affecting Thailand’s economy both directly and indirectly, the Bangkok Post reported, citing a statement by Punpong Nayyanapakorn, head of the Trade Policy and Strategy Office. The Strategic…
Thanks to new visa policies, Thailand is attracting tens of thousands of foreign investors and highly skilled experts. Thailand has more than 56,000 foreign nationals with approved visas and work permits. According to the Board of Investment, this number includes about 50,000 foreign executives and experts working on investment promotion projects. Chai Wacharong, the spokesman…
The monsoon has hit Na Jomtien Beach in Pattaya. The shoreline erosion for 500 metres has caused concern for authorities and residents. Thailand’s monsoon season has caused severe erosion of Na Jomtien Beach in Pattaya. Khaosod reports that authorities have started restoration work to secure this popular tourist spot. Monsoon winds and heavy rainfall in…
The Ministry of Tourism and Sports has extended a free insurance scheme for international visitors until December 31, 2024. The scheme, which offers cash compensation to foreign visitors for mishaps, emergencies, and fatalities, was originally due to expire on August 31—the last day it had been in place from January 1 this year. It has…
Thailand’s prime minister has unveiled ambitious plans to develop the country as a tourism, medical, agricultural and financial centre. Prime Minister Settha Thavisin has unveiled his own vision to transform Thailand into a sustainable centre for tourism, health and wellness, agriculture, food processing, aviation, logistics, future mobility, financial services and the digital economy. Speaking at…
The granting of visa-free entry to Chinese nationals has not resulted in a significant increase in tourist traffic, and Chinese airlines have started cancelling scheduled flights to Thailand. Thai PSB reported that several Chinese airlines, including Air China and China Eastern and Shanghai Airlines, have cancelled scheduled flights to Thailand for December and January due…
In return for Chinese investment, the Thai government has pledged to subsidise buyers of Chinese electric vehicles up to $2,800 China, which already dominates exports of electric vehicles, has been given a further boost to the industry. An agreement has been reached with the Thai government that will make Chinese-made cars more affordable for consumers…