Tourist arrivals in Phuket increase 10 percent during high season

Tourist arrivals in Phuket increase 10 percent during high season

23 Sept 07:01 Key points summarised by AI

Phuket experienced a 10% increase in tourist arrivals during the high season, primarily driven by a government visa fee waiver for 21 countries, which substantially boosted visitors from India.
While Chinese tour group arrivals declined after a boat tragedy, the island maintains its popularity, attracting steady tourist numbers from Australia, Russia, and independent Chinese travelers.

New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion

New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion

20 Oct 11:38 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet approved a new Bt50-billion 'A House for Each PLUS' home loan scheme from the Government Housing Bank, offering up to Bt3 million with 40-year repayment terms for low- and middle-income earners.
This initiative aims to significantly boost the property sector and national economy, projecting to generate Bt125 billion in economic activity and create jobs.

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