The number of Indian visitors soared by 24% to 1.99 million thanks to the exempted visa-on-arrival fee, said the minister. According to the minister, Thailand generated 1.93 trillion baht (US%63bil) from visitors, up 3.05%. The growth in foreign arrivals had slowed and missed a government target, and industry operators have blamed that on the strong baht, Asia’s top performer last year. The Tourism Council of Thailand last week forecast less than 5% growth in overall foreign tourist numbers this year. The strong Thai baht may also affect tourism growth, ” said Tim Leelahaphan, economist of Standard Chartered.

Source: The Star January 24, 2020 12:45 UTC