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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 8 May 2025
Tourism Chiefs Rally for 3.5 Billion Baht Boost to Attract Chinese Visitors Picture courtesy of Kasikorn Research Centre Thai tourism authorities are urging for a THB 3.5 billion fund injection to invigorate tourism, targeting both domestic and international sectors, with a focus on the Chinese market. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1360063-tourism-chiefs-rally-for-35-billion-baht-boost-to-attract-chinese-visitors/ -
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Tourism Tourism Chiefs Rally for 3.5 Billion Baht Boost to Attract Chinese Visitors
Picture courtesy of Kasikorn Research Centre Thai tourism authorities are urging for a THB 3.5 billion fund injection to invigorate tourism, targeting both domestic and international sectors, with a focus on the Chinese market. This decision arises after statistics indicated a slight fall in international visitors during the early months of 2025, primarily impacting the crucial influx from China. The Ministry of Tourism and Sports, in conjunction with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), is poised to present this hefty proposal to the Cabinet. Central to this comprehensive plan is a strategy aimed at matching 2024's 6.7 million Chinese visitors. Tourism Minister Sorawong Thienthong disclosed that these plans were formulated after consultations with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Minister Sorawong explains that an earlier plan to secure THB 3.5 billion from the central emergency reserve for the 'Visit Thailand Together' initiative has been strategically reshaped. This will now divert funds to spearhead projects enhancing both inbound tourism and domestic travel. TAT Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool labeled the budget proposition a necessary "booster shot." Presented to the Prime Minister and slated for Cabinet submission, the plan incorporates three specific campaigns designed to revitalise tourism markets. The tri-fold approach includes a revamped "Visit Thailand Together" programme to bolster low-season domestic travel. The proposed reduction in eligible participants below one million and cap usage to fewer than ten times seeks to sustain interest while balancing resource allocation across key cities. Additionally, a "Joint Promotion" initiative with online travel agencies aims to capture the free independent traveler (FIT) segment, leveraging major global OTA platforms for wider reach. Crucially, a "Joint Promotion" arrangement with airlines, particularly for the Chinese market, intends to ameliorate image concerns stifling tourist numbers. Ensuring strong passenger loads on charter flights is vital, and this partnership strategy hinges on collaborative OTA efforts. Addressing China's tourism challenges, Thapanee underscores safety perceptions and unfavorable online commentary as significant travel deterrents. The situation's urgency is pronounced with charter flight markets notably affected, posing a threat to regular scheduled flights. As the proposal moves forward, tourism officials stress the urgency and necessity of maintaining Thailand's attractiveness while countering the challenges detrimental to its external visitor segments. This concerted effort marks a pivotal move to sustain Thailand's tourism recovery trajectory amidst evolving global patterns. Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Nation 2025-05-08 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 8 May 2025
Family Feud Turns Deadly: Man Fatally Shot by Uncle in Trang Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A long-standing family dispute ended with a 65-year-old man fatally shooting his nephew following a heated argument in the Na Mueang Phet subdistrict of Sikao District, Trang Province. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1360062-family-feud-turns-deadly-man-fatally-shot-by-uncle-in-trang/ -
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Community German National Rescued After Reportedly Being Left Homeless in Jomtien
Everything, his watch, money, burnt his passport and all his papers, clothes, shoes. In a mad fit of violence. He was a really nice man, loved the beach , met up with mates for a beer. .A quiet type, I don’t know her reasons, but she certainly wasn’t badly treated .When he eventually got his passport and documents sorted he went home to his daughters. I know he comes back every high season for holidays with friends as I’ve met him . He stays in a hotel in Pattaya and comes to Jomtien beach every day in a taxi. -
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Community Thai Military Clarifies ‘Mystery Aircraft’ Sighting Over Kanchanaburi
Post breaking forum rules removed. @PETERTHEEATER final reminder rule 17. ASEAN NOW news team collects news articles from various recognised and reputable news sources. The articles may be consolidated from different sources and rewritten with AI assistance These news items are shared in our forums for members to stay informed and engaged. Our dedicated news team puts in the effort to deliver quality content, and we ask for your respect in return. Any disrespectful comments about our news articles or the content itself, such as calling it "clickbait" or “slow news day”, and criticising grammatical errors, will not be tolerated and appropriate action will be taken. Please note that republished articles may contain errors or opinions that do not reflect the views of ASEAN NOW. If you'd like to help us, and you see an error with an article, then please use the report function so that we can attend to it promptly. -
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Community German National Rescued After Reportedly Being Left Homeless in Jomtien
Jono, why talk about common sense? This whole story and the comments make no SENSE. It's obvious you are like the German guy, you have NO COMMON SENSE. Make sure you don't bother me again until you regain your common sense, UNDERSTOOD?
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