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First time getting scrutinised at Don Mueang Immigration as APEC CARD holder
How right you are! This is exactly what the APEC card is designed for. -
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First time getting scrutinised at Don Mueang Immigration as APEC CARD holder
It's known as the APEC 'business' card for a reason, and allows for such as market research, meetings, training as the OP described, and other business activities. -
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Worst Joke Ever 2024
Dude thinks it's real, what a hoot. -
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falang help in Pattaya
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Donald Trump’s speech during Musk interview sparks health concerns
More empty denigration. I'll explain to you in terms that require only a basic mastery of arithmetic. If someone earns let's say $100 per week and then 10 years later earns $300 per week but the purchasing power of a dollar has fallen by 50%, has their total purchasing power decreased, remained the same, or increased? -
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Thai Dad Rams Car into Abusive Son-in-law, Injuring Bystanders
Unfortunately Dad was stopped by the bystanders. Daughter by far the most injured out of them all. Dad will not forget. There will be a part 2 of this one coming soon.- 1
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 22 August 2024
Thailand's Tourism Surge Threatened by Zero-Dollar Chinese Tours File photo for reference only Thailand's tourism industry, currently experiencing rapid growth due to a new visa-free policy, is catering to a large influx of international visitors. However, even though Chinese tourists make up the majority, issues are emerging regarding Chinese zero-dollar tours. These tours are potentially decreasing Thailand's potential revenue. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336225-thailands-tourism-surge-threatened-by-zero-dollar-chinese-tours/ -
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Thailand's Tourism Surge Threatened by Zero-Dollar Chinese Tours
Thailand's tourism industry, currently experiencing rapid growth due to a new visa-free policy, is catering to a large influx of international visitors. However, even though Chinese tourists make up the majority, issues are emerging regarding Chinese zero-dollar tours. These tours are potentially decreasing Thailand's potential revenue. From the start of the year to August 18, Thailand has received 22,474,172 international tourists who have contributed 1.05 trillion baht to the nation's economy. Major contributors were Chinese tourists, who accounted for 4,555,262 arrivals. They were followed by travellers from Malaysia, India, South Korea, and Russia. However, despite these large numbers, there are concerns that the local businesses may not benefit. The main concern is the comeback of the so-called zero-dollar tours. Overseas tour operators use loopholes in Thai laws to outperform the market. They utilize Thai nominees to offer services at a lower fee, often making a loss to overtake Thai competitors. Thailand's Minister of Tourism and Sports, Sermsak Pongpanich, spoke about the government's commitment to resolving this issue. He advised Thai people to watch out for and report incidents of foreigners registering businesses they aren't legally permitted to run through Thai nominees. He added that this alertness is important to keep tourists' money within Thailand and to profit Thai traders. Moreover, Pongpanich mentioned continuous talks with the Chinese government to tackle the issue. He conveyed that both countries are eager to avoid issues which could detrimentally affect their mutual relationship. Meanwhile, local tourism seems hopeful according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). It anticipates reaching a target of 200 million domestic trips by 2024, expecting to add 1.08 trillion baht to the economy. Several initiatives like the FLASH DEAL campaign and the Super Deal, in collaboration with airlines, are anticipated to escalate this figure to 210 million trips and 1.2 trillion baht in revenue. Somrudi Jitjong, TAT’s Deputy Governor for Domestic Marketing, said domestic tourism is set to exceed the levels seen in 2019. He added that their goal is to boost tourist numbers, encourage more spending, and reach the government's high set targets. File photo for reference only -- 2024-08-22 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe -
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Scandal erupts over judge’s joke about defunct MFP
Storm in a teacup....grow up....then again TIT.. -
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Going short-time only, shallow or succulent?
ST or LT? It is so defining. ST used to mean two hours. Today it means one hour. LT insinuates a sleepover. I created my two-letter acronym. MT or Medium Time No sleepover and 3 to 4 hours. -
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Looking to buy a new SUV - any recommendations?
Spent practically nothing on our swift in 11 years. Changed the air cond evaporator for 5K and the usual things like batteries and tires...now if your battery dies out of warranty....enjoy paying 400-500K on replacing that 555 -
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Bald, Fat, Sweaty, Hairy, Old, and Boring
My pet peeve is older guys with those sad wispy pony tails. Or even worse: when they have a man bun. Yuck! -
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[QUIZ] 4 August - Brand Logo Pictures
I just completed this quiz. My Score 80/100 My Time 81 seconds -
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Kennedy may drop out and support Trump
Were left wing, the left are much more dangerous , they have been reimagined , they don’t wear brown shirts, but they do call for the final solution and stop jews from entering campuses . Pro Palestine, pro hamas are the new Nazi party, they sure do act out the same imop “ A protester at George Washington University invoked a horrific Nazi euphemism Thursday by carrying a sign reading “final solution” while at a protest on campus”. https://mynbc15.com/news/nation-world/anti-israel-protester-seen-holding-final-solution-banner-at-george-washington-university-nazi-phrase-genocide-world-war-ii-palestine-israeli-gaza-ceasefire-war-campus-protests-columbia-university https://encyclopedia.ushmm.org/content/en/photo/nazis-prevent-jewish-students-from-entering
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