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Calls for a New Election Surge Amidst Labour's Challenges
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 25 November 2024
Khao San Road Feels Pinch as European Tourists Hold Off on Bookings File photo for reference only Bangkok's celebrated Khao San Road, long a hub of backpacker activity, faces a slump in hotel reservations just ahead the festive season. Khaosan Business Association President Sanga Ruangwattanakul attributes the decline to European tourists' uncertainty amidst the persisting Russia-Ukraine conflict. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344547-khao-san-road-feels-pinch-as-european-tourists-hold-off-on-bookings/ -
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Khao San Road Feels Pinch as European Tourists Hold Off on Bookings - video
Bangkok's celebrated Khao San Road, long a hub of backpacker activity, faces a slump in hotel reservations just ahead the festive season. Khaosan Business Association President Sanga Ruangwattanakul attributes the decline to European tourists' uncertainty amidst the persisting Russia-Ukraine conflict. Coinciding with a wider downturn, reservations for the key dates of December 30 to December 31 have decreased to approximate 60%, falling from last year's 70%. European visitors, predominantly from the UK, France, Germany, and Italy, usually contribute to 80% of Khao San's tourist demographic, with a lesser proportion hailing from other Asian countries. In spite of the disappointing figures, Sanga remains positive, anticipating an influx of bookings closer to the festive period. Khao San Road, staying true to its energetic character, will host a New Year’s Eve countdown that aims to attract between 50,000 to 70,000 tourists. On an average, each tourist spends around 1,000 baht thereby potentially injecting over 70 million baht into the local economy. Christmas festivities will commence on December 24 with a splendid display of Christmas lights. Sanga is optimistic about Khao San's enduring appeal as a tourist hot-spot, although he admits that sales of alcohol, a significant contributor to revenues, haven’t been as buoyant. A lack of spending from Thai visitors, conscious of financial constraints, is a factor dimming economic vibrancy. To circumvent these financial challenges, Sanga proposes government measures to stimulate consumer spending, including tax breaks through initiatives such as Easy E-Receipt or the Khon La Khreung co-payment subsidy. He also supports plans to enhance revenues by focusing on the 5F industries — food, film, festivals, Thai boxing, and fashion — to attract more global tourists to Thailand. Despite current obstacles, hopes remain high for Khao San Road as the New Year’s Eve countdown closes in. The belief is that the celebrated strip will once again buzz with the vibrancy and dynamism that make it an essential stop on every traveller's itinerary. File photo for reference only -- 2024-11-25 -
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So the U.S. elected an autocrat -- what to expect next from a Hungarian perspective
It is best to understand the definitions of words before using them in a post. The US has three branches of government: the Executive branch, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch. Trump cannot change this. Autocratic government A system of government where the ruler, or autocrat, has complete power. There is no system of checks and balances, and the ruler is not accountable to the people, press, or a cabinet of advisors. Autocratic governments include all forms of dictatorship and some forms of monarchy. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 25 November 2024
ASEAN Airlines to Enjoy Stopover Freedom, Boosting Trade and Tourism File photo for reference only In a landmark update, member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) airlines will soon be granted the freedom to perform multiple stopovers across member territories. This marks a significant change from the current provisions, which only permit direct return flights between two destinations. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344546-asean-airlines-to-enjoy-stopover-freedom-boosting-trade-and-tourism/ -
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ASEAN Airlines to Enjoy Stopover Freedom, Boosting Trade and Tourism
In a landmark update, member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) airlines will soon be granted the freedom to perform multiple stopovers across member territories. This marks a significant change from the current provisions, which only permit direct return flights between two destinations. This announcement was made by Anthony Loke, Malaysian Transport Minister, noting that this change will be activated once all ASEAN member states sign Protocol 5 on Own Stopover Rights. However, all ASEAN members, excluding Myanmar and Indonesia, have signed Protocol 5 as of now. During a press conference, Loke provided an example stating, "A flight departing from Kuala Lumpur could go to Singapore, proceed to Bali, Indonesia, and from there carry on to other ASEAN destinations.” This news was proclaimed at the 30th Asian Transport Ministers (ATM) and the 58th Senior Transport Officials Meetings (STOM). Loke strongly believes that this protocol will boost regional air connectivity, offering airlines more operational flexibility. "This initiative will push tourism and accentuate trade by proposing more seamless and convenient air travel options across the region." Asian carriers, including Malaysian operators who possess substantial regional route networks, are anticipated to reap significantly from this enhancement. The protocol has been dispatched to the remaining member states yet to sign. According to Loke, we can expect Protocol 5 to be implemented by 2025, once all the signatures from member states are brought onboard. This move signals the start of a new era for ASEAN airlines and an exciting switch for passengers who shall now enjoy more travel routes and options. File photo for reference only -- 2024-11-25
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