中国游客免签！泰国总理亲自机场迎接

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin welcomed Chinese visitors at the Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok on Monday to mark the first day of the government's visa-free program for Chinese tourists.

A billboard welcoming visitors and cultural performances were part of the ceremony. Tourists were also presented with jasmine garlands and elephant-patterned pants — popular souvenirs in Thailand.

On September 13, Thailand's Cabinet approved a visa-free period for Chinese tourists from September 25th, 2023, to February 29, 2024, spanning approximately five months. This initiative aligns with peak tourism seasons in both countries and aims to stimulate Thailand's economy by attracting more Chinese visitors.

"The government has identified tourism as a key driver for revenue generation and job creation to relieve the economy," Srettha said at a news conference after the ceremony. "This visa-free program will help to boost the country's economy."

"We always prioritize travelers' safety and have been well-prepared for welcoming more tourists. We hope the program will make Chinese families, tour groups, and individual travelers to choose Thailand as their preferred destination". said Thapanee Kiatphaibool, governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand.