BANGKOK (NNT) – A meeting focusing on national security and tourism was recently convened in light of the temporary implementation of a visa-free policy for Chinese visitors. Visa exemptions for China and Kazakhstan nationals to start on September 25 Prime Minister and Finance Srettha Thavisin chaired the meeting, which included officials from the Ministry of […]
CHON BURI: An unknown number of thieves targeted a parked van, smashing one of its windows, and made away with cash and valuables worth about 1.2 million baht. The victims, two Chinese businessmen, had left their belongings inside the vehicle while they dined at a shopping mall in Pattaya on Wednesday night. DSI Seizes 29 […]
A wanted Chinese suspect who allegedly created fake documents to borrow money resulting in 5.6 billon Baht in damages was arrested in Phuket. Thai Tourism Minister Asks the Public not to Stereotype Chinese Tourists Phuket Immigration told The Phuket Express that earlier this month they were notified by the Chinese Embassy about a wanted suspect […]
“Give Smiles, Not Gifts”: Chula’s Original Short Film Captures Graduates’ Perspective on Gifts for Graduation Day
The Cabinet decided today (Wednesday) to retain the 7% value-added tax (VAT) rate on goods and services until September 30, 2024, to stimulate economic recovery through spending on consumer products and services. Commerce says 10% VAT for 2015 would not affect the Thai economy Keeping it at 7% will be a relief for consumers and […]
The new cabinet at its first official meeting on Wednesday approved several measures intended to boost the economy – lower electricity and diesel prices, a visa-free scheme for two countries, a farm debt moratorium and fortnightly salaries for government officials. Visa exemptions for China and Kazakhstan nationals to start on September 25 After the meeting […]
The Thai Minister of Tourism and Sports, Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, cautioned against making sweeping assumptions about Chinese tourists visiting Thailand and claiming they all have the intention of exploiting the country and participating in illegal businesses and acts. Visa exemptions for China and Kazakhstan nationals to start on September 25 Sudawan’s statement was made in response […]
Thailand will grant a five-month visa exemption to Chinese and Kazakhstani tourists, starting on September 25, in an effort to boost arrivals over the yearend, said PM Srettha Thavisin on Wednesday. Thai Immigration Prepares for Visa-Free Entry for Chinese Tourists The arrivals of Chinese tourists during the first seven months of this year have fallen […]
