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This is good news for international tourists and is a move expected to boost Thailand's tourism industry, which has been severely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The head of the Thai government argued that while a tourism fee could generate additional revenue, a broader perspective suggests that this revenue might not equal the amount earned from tourists' shopping spending if they didn't have to pay the fee. From Srettha's point of view, tourist spending power is the key factor stimulating the economy and generating significant revenue for the country.
The spending power of tourists is the key factor stimulating the economy and generating significant revenue for the country.
When asked about Thailand's drop of six places to 47th out of 119 countries in the World Economic Forum's (WEF) tourism development index, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin shared the government's plans and commitments to boosting the tourism industry.
Mr. Srettha affirmed that the current government, as well as previous governments, have always considered tourism a key sector in generating revenue for the country. He emphasized that Thailand's tourism industry still has great potential for development, thanks to the fact that many of its cities and islands have been recognized as world-class tourist destinations.
Thailand's tourism industry will continue to grow strongly in the future. However, the key now is for the country to focus on encouraging and developing new ideas to boost tourism. The Thai government will not only maintain existing achievements but also continuously innovate, improve tourism infrastructure, and enhance service quality to meet the growing demands of international tourists.
Tourism is a key sector in generating revenue for the country.
Development across all tourism-related sectors, from accommodation and food services to entertainment and cultural exploration, will be a top priority. The government will work closely with businesses and local communities to ensure that Thailand not only maintains its position on the world tourism map but also improves its tourism and travel development index in international rankings.
Thailand will not only overcome current challenges but also achieve significant progress in the tourism industry, bringing sustainable economic benefits to the country and its people.
