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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 17 September 2024
Tourism Minister Aims to Levy 300-Baht Fee for Visitors File photo for reference only Thailand's newly appointed Tourism Minister, Sorawong Thienthong, is set to revive the previously shelved 300-baht tourism tax, aiming to enhance tourism revenue to at least 3 trillion baht this year. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338380-tourism-minister-aims-to-levy-300-baht-fee-for-visitors/ -
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Tourism Minister Aims to Levy 300-Baht Fee for Visitors
Thailand's newly appointed Tourism Minister, Sorawong Thienthong, is set to revive the previously shelved 300-baht tourism tax, aiming to enhance tourism revenue to at least 3 trillion baht this year. "I believe the collection of the tourism fee benefits the tourism industry, as the revenue can be used for infrastructure development and ensuring tourist safety," remarked Thienthong, who took office recently. The tourism tax proposal, initially approved by the cabinet in 2022, mandates that foreign arrivals by air will pay 300 baht, while those entering by sea and land will be charged 150 baht. However, the scheme has yet to be endorsed via publication in the Royal Gazette. Thienthong stated that the ministry needs more time to assess the system's readiness before deciding on implementing the tax within this year's final quarter. The minister emphasised that the collection procedure would be finalised in a manner that does not discourage tourists. He is also keen to continue the "Ignite Tourism Thailand" initiatives introduced by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, which include developing entertainment complexes, aviation hubs, and second-tier cities. "We will encourage the private sector to invest more by offering incentives, such as tax breaks," Thienthong added, referring to plans for new man-made attractions and promoting second-tier cities. Tourism stimulus programmes, similar to the successful We Travel Together co-payment scheme for hotel rooms and air tickets during the pandemic, may also return to ensure income distribution to locals. The upcoming high season events, like marathons, Loy Krathong, and the New Year countdown, are anticipated to boost revenue to the target of 3 trillion baht from both domestic and international markets. The minister remains committed to the long-term goal of achieving 3 trillion baht from foreign markets alone within the government’s four-year term. Additionally, he supports the idea of hosting a Formula One motor racing event in Thailand, suggesting a street circuit on Ratchadamnoen Road to reflect the country's unique character. Thienthong also addressed concerns about price-dumping tours, stating that while the number of illegal companies might not have increased, the economic losses are potentially greater. He has ordered authorities to curb such activities. To discuss tourism policies further, Thienthong will meet with 20 private tourism operators, including the Association of Thai Travel Agents and the Tourism Council of Thailand, soon, reported Bangkok Post. TOP File photo for reference only -- 2024-09-17 -
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Miss Grand Chiang Mai Runner-Up Crashes Sedan: 4 Injured, 3 Motorcycles Wrecked
Well, no alcohol, but what about Crystal Meth?? 😳 -
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Digital Wallet Registration Results for Smartphone Users Indefinitely Delayed
Didn't see that coming... -
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Leaked Supreme Court Memos Reveals Chief Justice Interferring in Election Cases & Jan 6
Moral bankruptcy is the order of the day for today's not so Supreme Court. It is a highly compromised body and there is a reason why so few have faith in their judgments. -
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Violent Brawl Between Drunk Australian Tourists Shocks Pattaya
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Violent Brawl Between Drunk Australian Tourists Shocks Pattaya
And, the rest of us who aren't 'party people' aren't 'upset and disturbed' at all. At least I am not. And, I doubt '95%' of the 'party people' are, either. This is a nothing story, blown up because there's not a lot of other news to report. It's the same thing with the hyped 'tourist gets gold necklace stolen' stories. Yawn. Gotta fill the space with something. If it was even reported at all in western cities and newspapers, it would warrant a one or two sentence blurb under a "Police Beat' column. Two drunk guys get into a fight at a bar in a tourist city. Stop the presses! -
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Violent Brawl Between Drunk Australian Tourists Shocks Pattaya
This was the only good the army did during the coup: The curfew started at 10 PM, nice and quite when sleeing. -
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Thailand wins gold at WorldSkills Lyon 2024
https://worldskills2024.com/en/skills/ Info on the work skills involved int the competition. -
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Reduce taxation by gifting.
You are not being objective or even considering the problem. The capabilities of a Revenue Department are relative to the nature of the community it collects taxes from and its investigation and audits team trained, relative to the level and nature of the crime in that community. It's not necessary to be Harvard trained in order to understand the tax collection and investigation process, the model is very simple in fact. People spend or acquire money, where did it come from, how did it get to them and was it taxed. If all those things are OK, where's the paperwork. With that remit in mind, a Revenue Department, even in Thailand, can easily do their job well. -
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Swift endorsement turns more voters from harris than it attracts…
5555....if Brittany pulls her endorsement, Trump will be hating on her too. That's why Trump is being called "the smallest man in the world."
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