Thailand’s Prime Minister aimed to attract Chinese tourists with a visa-free policy and increased security, but only one-third of pre-pandemic arrivals are expected, posing a major challenge for the tourism-dependent country. Thailand’s Vision for Chinese Tourists Thailand’s new Prime Minister aimed to attract millions of Chinese tourists back to the country by implementing a visa-free […]

Thailand will host the 2026 IMF and World Bank meetings to boost its economic profile and tourism. The event will bring in 12,000 global leaders and promote Thailand as a top destination. Thailand to Host 2026 IMF and World Bank Meetings Thailand has been selected to host the 2026 annual meetings of the International Monetary […]

Thailand’s digital competitiveness ranking has improved five places to 35th out of 64 territories, driven by advancements in technology, knowledge, and future readiness. AI and cybersecurity are key priorities. Thailand’s Improved Digital Competitiveness Ranking Thailand’s digital competitiveness ranking has improved by five places, reaching the 35th position out of 64 economic territories, according to the […]

The Royal Thai Government and Google have announced a strategic collaboration to enhance Thailand’s digital competitiveness and accelerate AI innovation. Key Takeaways Strategic Collaboration for Digital Competitiveness The Royal Thai Government and Google have announced a strategic collaboration to enhance Thailand’s digital competitiveness and accelerate AI innovation. The partnership aims to focus on four key […]

Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) has seen a significant increase in foreign investment, with a 43% rise in investment value, and China emerging as the largest source of FDI applications. Key sectors driving growth include electrical appliances, electronics, and automotive industries. The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) Increase The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has […]

The Federation of Thai Industries hosted a gala dinner to promote business discussions and boost economic confidence. The government aims to transform Thailand into a technology-driven economy and establish it as a medical hub. Federation of Thai Industries Hosts 2023 Gala Dinner The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) recently hosted the Foreign Industrial Club (FIC) […]

Thailand is allowing visa-free entry for tourists from India and Taiwan from November 10 to May 10 in a bid to attract more visitors during the high season. The country is also considering a permanent visa exemption for Chinese tourists to increase arrivals. Thailand’s tourism sector, which heavily relied on Chinese visitors before the pandemic, […]