Thai Academic Calls for End to 60-Day Visa-Free Policy to Curb Low-Quality Tourism
A Thammasat University academic has urged the Thai government to terminate the 60-day visa-free policy, arguing it attracts low-spending tourists and strains infrastructure. The proposal suggests shifting toward targeted tourism, implementing a 'travel fee,' and adopting stricter screening to enhance the overall quality of Thailand's tourism sector.
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