A big majority of the affected population are from the hard-hit tourism industry, which since March has been wrestling to keep its head above water after Thailand closed its borders. Having worked as a head chef in a hotel for most of his life, he had a busy 24/7 schedule up until the Covid-19 pandemic hit and Thailand's famed tourism industry went bust. Reports indicate that in the first quarter of 2020, the tourism industry roughly contributed 5.65% to the gross domestic product (GDP). Such unprecedented times call for unique measures, especially when it comes to bolstering the country's tourism industry. We have heard little of any alternatives which is absolutely necessary at this time now that it is clear how unpredictable the tourism industry is when facing instability.

Source: Bangkok Post October 25, 2020 23:48 UTC