Thailand’s Ministry of Culture is taking steps to promote the country’s cultural heritage and boost local economies by promoting 16 Thai festivals internationally. Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Yupha Taweewattanakitborvon, announced the move as part of the government’s “5F” initiative, which seeks to promote Thai soft power through the food, film, fashion, fighting, and festival industries.
The selected festivals represent a diverse array of cultural events, including the Chao Mae Lim Ko Niao Festival in Pattani province, the Ban Chiang World Heritage Festival in Uthai Thani, the Korat Street Art festival in Nakhon Ratchasima, the Hae Malai Khao Tok Festival in Yasothon, and the Phuket Food Festival.
According to Taweewattanakitborvon, the Culture…
