Thailand tourism business deals with multiple challenges from Russia – Ukraine conflict

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As many Russian tourists experience difficulties, due to the current sanctions imposed on their country, let’s find how Thai tourism authorities are handling the situation.

 

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Source: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailand-tourism-business-deals-with-multiple-challenges-from-russia-ukraine-conflict/

 

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[Isaan sailor]

The good thing about having Russians stranded or otherwise in Thailand—they get an international perspective on events in Ukraine and elsewhere.

[Karma80]

Interesting article on which airlines have hedged jet fuel and for how long. Prices for travel will start to soar.
https://simpleflying.com/airline-hedging-jet-fuel/

 

Not that I think it's particularly wise to consider leisure travel right now.

[Srikcir]

Syria and Belarus are joining Russia's invasion.

More sanctions against those countries too?

And impact Thailand further?

[jacko45k]

3 hours ago, Isaan sailor said:

The good thing about having Russians stranded or otherwise in Thailand—they get an international perspective on events in Ukraine and elsewhere.

I don't actually know any here... but was watching some with their own views on Sky News this AM... from Istanbul. Are there enough to take opinions back with them and persuade others in the reality this dangerous madman hides from them!

[Thailand]

A previous recipient was another ,now ex, president on the opposite side of the world the baton has now been passed.

 

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Edited March 14, 2022 by Thailand

[Srikcir]

Another new potential problem for Thai tourism and international trade is that, according to a US official, Russia has asked China for military equipment to use in its invaion of Ukraine. There is also a concern of China offering Russia financial aid.

https://www.timesofisrael.com/russia-asking-china-for-military-equipment-us-says-ahead-of-meeting/