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Thailand Urged to Tackle Foreign Influence in Tourism Business
The Thai Senate, alarmed at the increasing influence of foreign businesses masked by local proxies, is pressing the government for a resolute intervention in the tourism industry. This comes amidst growing concerns over the impact on local enterprises who find themselves struggling against this veiled foreign competition. At a recent meeting, Senator Nantana Nantavaropas raised pressing questions about the support available for local businesses disadvantaged by these foreign influences. In response, Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong confirmed that the ministry is engaging with impacted local operators to devise a customised response. Minister Sorawong highlighted the urgency of the situation, noting that these foreign-dominated businesses could soon command a large chunk of the tourism industry, a critical source of the nation's foreign revenue. The initial plan of action involves removing foreign tour guides from popular tourist sites across Thailand. According to Thai law, tourism businesses must be owned and operated by Thai nationals, with Thai shareholders holding at least 51% of any such company. To ensure compliance, the ministry plans to collaborate with several government bodies, including the Department of Tourism, the Department of Business Development, the Department of Special Investigation, the Tourism Police Bureau, and the Immigration Bureau, to scrutinise businesses suspected of using local proxies. Minister Sorawong also noted that many tourism businesses continue to face challenges due to ongoing capacity constraints post-Covid-19. The government is coordinating with airlines to reinstate routes that were cancelled during the pandemic, particularly targeting connections with India as the high tourism season approaches. Additionally, efforts are underway to dismantle illegal "zero-dollar" tour operations, which essentially create isolated tourism ecosystems catering solely to foreign visitors. This year, more than 40 such businesses have been shut down by the authorities, a significant move towards preserving the integrity of Thailand’s tourism industry, reported Bangkok Post. File photo courtesy: Wikipedia -- 2024-10-22 -
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Visit Thailand for just under 90 days with Thai wife. Visa advice please.
Sir, can you perhaps please explain to me how pointing out incorrect information is "off topic" or "bickering", giving correct information is what this forum is about surely? For a 1 year extension of stay using the income method, then this financial evidence has to be from a Thai bank account by way of 12 x 40K monthly overseas transfers Incorrect I think you can use local income to satisfy the 40k per month too, it does not have to come from overseas, (same as if you get an in-country Non-O based on marriage, that money does not have to have come from overseas). Correct -
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Drug-addict fatally assaults wife in front of daughter
Once again we have another Thai woman killed as a result of because she couldn’t keep her panties on. They know the score if they are caught but they just can’t help themselves. With the neighbor! Thais love to gossip, she had no hope of getting away with it. It’s the old saying Never s41t in your own backyard. -
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WrLife still ok?
It would be helpful to other members if someone started a thread on rejected claims. -
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Another deflemation case for Trump
Central Park 5 just filed suit in Philly againstTrump -
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Starmer Balances Economic Growth and Fairness Amid Tensions in Labour's Approach
Note to the gullible. Don’t join race riots and engage in violent disorder. As I’ve said many times Jonny, I can’t help you with your need for a grievance fix. Oh and… Starmer Balances Economic Growth and Fairness Amid Tensions in Labour's Approach -
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Comparisons Between Trump and Dictators Spark Backlash: Atlantic Article Under Fire
the apple baum does not fall far from the tree? what is israel doing? international terrorism? hate speech ? -
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Taking pics bored farangs
Go over to Pattaya Soi 6 and take some photos. Make this thread interesting. -
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Israel's Decapitation Operation: A Game-Changer in Middle Eastern Conflicts
damn they killed tupac shakur also ? -
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Sisaket beauty sets Facebook afire with search for Mr Right criteria
mabye in thailand but if she walked into most bars in usa or western countries there would be a lineup of guys trying to hit on her...it never ceases to amaze me how much attention any gal with two legs and a heartbeat receive from desperate guys.. .i think worst i ever saw was a bar in ireland where there were 100 or so guys and three gals that to put it mildly were not exactly blessed with good bodies or looks...but watching the guys trying to buy them drinks and hitting on them you would have thought they were beauty queens..really depressing to watch..and yes some of the guys were not exactly brad pitt but they would be rock stars in a thailand bar. -
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Big C Extra food court like school dinners experience
Beans have got very expensive now, even at Makro. -
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Woman Admits to Assault After Throwing Milkshake at Nigel Farage During Election Campaign
Did Farridge return to UK for the hearing? -
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England's Children's Commissioner Urges for Nationwide Ban on Smacking
but but, they have videos instructing to do it
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