Government sets up command centre for visa-free Indian and Taiwanese tourists

[webfact]

 

A command centre has been established by the government in preparation for the influx of tourists from India and Taiwan. The visa-free entry policy, starting tomorrow, is expected to draw a significant number of visitors.

 

The high season is around the corner, and to avoid overcrowding at Don Mueang and Suvarnabhumi airports, several agencies have been asked to contribute to the smooth facilitation of the incoming tourist wave. The visa-free initiative is part of the government’s strategy to stimulate tourism and the economy.

 

Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit has called upon state agencies to ensure foreign tourists’ safety and ease of travel. He stated that the Airports of Thailand (AOT) has been tasked with coordinating with various agencies, including immigration, to streamline the process and prevent overcrowding.

 

“The command centre’s primary task is to ensure smooth travel for visitors by coordinating the efforts of all airport service providers, particularly at Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports.”

 

 by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Photo courtesy of The ASEAN Post

 

Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-09

 

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[JoePai]

 in preparation for the influx of tourists from India and Taiwan    

[Celsius]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

A command centre has been established by the government

 

It's not Star Wars

[hotchilli]

2 hours ago, webfact said:

A command centre has been established by the government in preparation for the influx of tourists from India and Taiwan

You've got to applaud their optimism.

[Partenavia]

These people really do have their heads buried in the sand!

[herfiehandbag]

A Command Centre!

 

That means :

Status, for the bloke in charge.

 

A new tight uniform, a vinyl backdrop, a flower bouquet bedecked table and hopefully a pretty young intern for the press launch.

 

A budget to manage ( probably not enough to run to a new Mercedes Benz but with luck it may cover a new Fortuner).

 

They will need communications, and mobile computing access, so I phones and I pads all round!

Edited November 10, 2023 by herfiehandbag