Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chon Buri, and Phuket, four prime Thai provinces, are all set to extend the operational hours of their nightlife venues including bars and pubs until 4am. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced the decision, which is set to come into effect from December 15, as part of an initiative to boost domestic tourism and the economy.
PM Srettha gave details of the decision following an integrated tourism plan meeting yesterday. Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul joined him to announce that they had considered extending the opening hours for a trial period in consultation with the Tourism and Sports Ministry, Royal Thai Police, and the respective provincial governors.
The extension will initially be temporary, with discussions around zoning changes planned for the future. It is yet to be decided how many months the trial period will…
