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Thailand Establishes Tourism Task Force to Drive Economic Stimulus in Second Half of 2026

Thailand's Ministry of Tourism and Sports has created a dedicated policy task force to coordinate new economic stimulus measures, including a domestic travel package covering transport and other travel expenses through digital platforms while working with industry groups to strengthen tourism across both major and secondary destinations.
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Tourism and Exports Continue to Support Thailand's Economy Despite External Headwinds
Thai Tourism Industry Calls for High-Value Growth Strategy Backed by Measurable Targets
Thailand Establishes Tourism Task Force to Drive Economic Stimulus in Second Half of 2026
Eastern Economic Corridor Drives Foreign Investment Momentum in Thailand’s Industrial Strategy
Thailand Tourism Board Targets Middle East, Europe and North America in New Marketing Push
Thailand Expands Data Center and Cloud Infrastructure to Support Digital Economy Growth
Thailand Strengthens Position as Regional Automotive and Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Hub
Thailand Attracts Surge in Semiconductor and Electronics Manufacturing Investment
ASEAN Digital Trade Integration Advances to Support Regional SME Growth
Thailand Accelerates Smart City and Innovation Park Development in Eastern Economic Corridor
Thailand Sees Rising Medical Tourism Demand Across Private Hospital Networks
International Retail Groups Expand Digital Commerce and Logistics Investments in Thailand
Luxury Hospitality Investment Expands in Bangkok and Phuket Amid Rising Premium Travel Demand
Tourism Authority of Thailand Launches Global Campaign Targeting High-Spending International Travelers
Thailand and ASEAN Move to Harmonize Digital Trade Rules to Boost Cross-Border E-Commerce
Global Tech Firms Accelerate AI Data Center and Cloud Investments Across Greater Bangkok and Chonburi
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Thailand Investment Board Rolls Out Major Tax Incentives to Attract Semiconductor and Electronics Manufacturers
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Thailand Records 2.35 Million Tourist Arrivals and 10.6 Percent Export Growth as Economy Leans on Travel and Trade
Thailand Extends Domestic Aviation Fee Discounts to Support Airlines and Operational Efficiency
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Thailand Proposes ASEAN Semiconductor Framework to Strengthen Regional Supply Chains
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