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More tourism stimulus possible
More tourism stimulus possible
BANGKOK: The Finance Ministry may consider implementing tax measures to stimulate tourism during the low season, says Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat.
Thai-Cambodian border clash enters third day
Thai-Cambodian border clash enters third day
TRAT: The Thai-Cambodian border clash has entered its third day, with renewed fighting erupting in Ban Chamrak, Muang district, early this morning (July 26).
Tourism confidence dives
Tourism confidence dives
BANGKOK: The tourism confidence index in the second quarter plunged year-on-year, as tourism contracted since the beginning of the year due to safety concerns and cautious tourism spending following the US's decision to implement a reciprocal tariff policy, according to the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT).
Baht falls from highest since 2022 on conflict with Cambodia
Baht falls from highest since 2022 on conflict with Cambodia
BANGKOK: Thailand’s baht fell after touching the highest in more than three years on the escalating conflict with its neighbour Cambodia.
Twelve Thais killed in Cambodia attacks
Twelve Thais killed in Cambodia attacks
BANGKOK: The number of fatalities from Cambodia’s attacks on Thai civilian areas has risen to 12, including an eight-year-old boy, with over 30 injuries, according to the Thai army.
Cambodian artillery strike kills Thai civilian, says PM’s office
Cambodian artillery strike kills Thai civilian, says PM’s office
BANGKOK: A Cambodian artillery strike killed a Thai civilian today (July 24), the office of Thailand’s prime minister said, as the two neighbours clashed over a disputed border.
SET approves THAI’s return to trading
SET approves THAI’s return to trading
BANGKOK: The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has approved the reinstatement of Thai Airways International Plc (THAI) on the main trading board from Aug 4, following a long debt restructuring process.
New mine blast inflames border tensions
New mine blast inflames border tensions
UDON RATCHATHANI: The Thai-Cambodian border dispute has escalated dramatically after another landmine explosion injured five Thai soldiers - one losing a leg - in a disputed area of Ubon Ratchathani province yesterday afternoon (July 23).
Two ‘seniors’ who beat army cadet to death get fines, suspended jail sentences
Two ‘seniors’ who beat army cadet to death get fines, suspended jail sentences
BANGKOK: The Supreme Military Court yesterday (July 22) delivered the final ruling in the death of army cadet Phakaphong Tanyakan, known as “Mei”, who died in 2017 after being beaten by “two seniors” at the Armed Forces Preparatory School.
Russian arrivals to top last year's figure
Russian arrivals to top last year's figure
BANGKOK: Despite US sanctions and intense tourism competition, the Russian market this year is expected to exceed the 1.74 million visitors recorded in 2024, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Police seek 23 indictments in building collapse tragedy
Police seek 23 indictments in building collapse tragedy
BANGKOK: Police have submitted their investigation files to prosecutors in connection with the collapse of the State Audit Office (SAO) building in Bangkok during the Mar 28 earthquake, seeking the indictment of 23 suspects.
TAT seeks B2.8trn income next year
TAT seeks B2.8trn income next year
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is targeting B2.8 trillion revenue next year and aims to be among the top 10 countries worldwide when it comes to generating the largest amount of tourism revenue.
Thailand protests Cambodia is ‘laying mines’
Thailand protests Cambodia is ‘laying mines’
BANGKOK: The government will submit a formal written protest to the President of the Ottawa Convention following a recent landmine explosion near the Thai-Cambodian border that left three Thai soldiers severely injured.
Heavy rain alert as tropical storm Wipha approaches Thailand
Heavy rain alert as tropical storm Wipha approaches Thailand
BANGKOK: Thailand is bracing for heavy rain this week after tropical storm Wipha triggered the opening of an around-the-clock monitoring centre.
Thais advance in Davis Cup
Thais advance in Davis Cup
TENNIS: Thailand defeated Indonesia 2-0 to win the Davis Cup Asia/Oceania Group 3 at Bac Ninh City, Vietnam, on Saturday night (July 19).
Phuket hotels go green in hunt for gold
Phuket hotels go green in hunt for gold
BANGKOK: Thai tourism is embracing sustainability as a core selling point for travellers, as the industry seeks to ensure its survival in a marketplace where such practices have become the ‘new normal’.
Storm warning for Thailand prompts ‘war room’ activation
Storm warning for Thailand prompts ‘war room’ activation
BANGKOK: A 24-hour “war room” has been activated for real-time weather monitoring and disaster coordination.
K-Research puts GDP growth at 1.2%
K-Research puts GDP growth at 1.2%
BANGKOK: GDP growth this year could be as low as 1.2% or even less if the government fails to clinch a deal with the US that ensures the reciprocal tariff is competitive with those granted to neighbouring countries, said Kasikorn Research Centre (K-Research).
Kanchanaburi to host King’s Cup
Kanchanaburi to host King’s Cup
FOOTBALL: Kanchanaburi has been selected as the host venue of the King’s Cup football tournament this year.
Panel calls for new tourism investment
Panel calls for new tourism investment
BANGKOK: Thai tourism should not underestimate rivals in the region, notably Vietnam, which are investing heavily in tourism infrastructure such as high-speed rail as well as new attractions and hotels, said the subcommittee of the National Soft Power Strategy Committee.