Tag Archives: Tourism boost

The cabinet of Thailand has approved a tax cut on alcoholic beverages and entertainment venues aimed at boosting tourism. The taxes on wine will be reduced from 10 percent to 5 percent, while those on spirits will drop from 10 percent to zero. Additionally, the excise tax on entertainment venues will be halved from 10 percent to 5 percent.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, says that the country will scrap entry visa requirements for citizens of India and China visiting the nation beginning from 1 December 2023 for up to 30 days. This decision comes with a view to boost the tourism and local economy.