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Tomorrowland music festival to inject ฿21bn into economy says ministry

13 Sept 13:08Key points summarised by AI

Tomorrowland Thailand 2026 is projected to inject over ฿21.3 billion into the economy, generating ฿1.4 billion in tax revenue and creating 21,386 new jobs.
All 150,000 festival tickets have sold out, with 85% purchased by international visitors, attracting high-spending, long-staying tourists to Thailand.
The mega-event is a strategic move to transform Thailand into a global entertainment hub, showcasing its potential and elevating local service standards.
Venue preparations are over 90% complete, supported by government collaboration on infrastructure upgrades, traffic management, and Board of Investment (BOI) privileges.

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Thailand plans to introduce a temporary visa exemption for Chinese tourists starting October to significantly boost arrivals, as current numbers fall short of targets.
This measure aims to counteract the impact of China's economic slowdown and address safety concerns, with discussions pending with security agencies to manage potential risks.

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