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Business leader sees tourism as key to Thailand’s economic growth

Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, Sanan Angubolkul, talked with Thai PBS World’s Franc Han Shih.

With Thailand’s new government, led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin of Pheu Thai Party, finally in place, there is growing anticipation among Thai business leaders for a swift economic recovery.

In a recent interview with Thai PBS World, Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, Sanan Angubolkul, said tourism plays a vital role in driving the economy. He urged the government to relax visa rules for tourists quickly, especially for those from China who currently have to go through a lengthy visa application procedure.

The new government has to attract more tourists to Thailand. This year, we have set a target of 28 to 30 million tourists, including 5 million from China. So far, only 1.8 million Chinese tourists have arrived. The new government should facilitate the…

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