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Alcohol ban predicted to damage Thailand’s reopening, reputation

With Thailand’s November 1 reopening fast approaching, Thai businesses are calling on the government to quickly lift all the restrictions on alcohol sales in the country. They advise that the nightlife that millions flocked to Thailand for before the Covid-19 pandemic, is being destroyed by the long-term closures. Furthermore, they warn that reopening without any nightlife will discourage people from visiting and drive them to other holiday spots where they are allowed to go out at night.

The nightmare of nearly 18 months of Covid-19 closing the borders to nearly all international travel is finally winding down for many businesses who are hopeful that next month will see tourism numbers begin their slow ascent to the 40 million international visitors Thailand had in 2019 before the pandemic. But the ordeal will still drag on for nightlife and entertainment venues like bars, pubs,…

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