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Hotel operators in Thailand have embraced a proposal to revive the co-payment scheme for hotel expenses, viewing it as a potential boost for domestic spending.
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Hotel operators in Thailand have embraced a proposal to revive the co-payment scheme for hotel expenses, viewing it as a potential boost for domestic spending. However, concerns have been raised regarding 1,400 unresolved fraud cases from the scheme’s previous phases.
Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong discussed the matter with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who agreed in principle to reintroduce the stimulus programme, originally launched during the Prayut Chan-o-cha administration.
Thienprasit Chaiyapatranun, Thai Hotels Association (THA) President, expressed support for the programme but suggested its implementation be delayed until after the Songkran festival next year. He emphasised the need for the government to consult with the private sector before launching the scheme, citing past implementation challenges faced by…