June 8, 2022
BANGKOK – Prayut was opening the Thailand Tourism Congress 2022 at Beyond Resort Kata Hotel in Phuket, where his dramatic gesture ignited loud applause from participants.
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The move came as Prayut stepped up to give a speech to praise the Phuket Tourist Association (PTA)’s latest report on the situation in the province.
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The PM went on to unveil a national plan for sustainable development of tourism under the “SMILE” strategy. SMILE stands for Sustainability, Manpower, Inclusive economy, Localisation, and Ecosystems.
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Prayut also praised the tourism sector’s efforts to combat the Covid-19 crisis and downturn caused by travel restrictions and said he was yearning to get back in the sea.
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The Thailand Tourism Congress is being held for the first time and runs through tomorrow (Wednesday).