Ministries told to monitor prices at hotels, eateries

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has directed relevant agencies to keep an eye on prices at hotels and restaurants, which have reportedly skyrocketed following the rapid recovery of tourism.

He also ordered responsible agencies to cooperate with business operators to ensure they charge fair prices for their services, preventing profiteering that may mar the country’s tourism image over the long term.

According to Traisuree Taisaranakul, a deputy government spokeswoman, Gen Prayut was informed of the tourism industry rebound this year, with 6.15 million foreigners entering Thailand as of March 27.

However, along with the rapid recovery, prices have shot up for hotels, accommodation and restaurants.

The prime minister assigned the Tourism and Sports, Interior and Commerce…