- Thailand is focusing on involving small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the VAT Refund for Tourists (VRT) program to revive its tourism industry
- Dr. Apiradi Kaewthien of OSMEP emphasized the importance of SMEs in driving tourism and economic recovery
- Tourism contributes 10 percent to Thailand’s GDP and government policies are aimed at revitalizing the industry
- The VRT program aims to stimulate tourist spending and increase income for entrepreneurs in tourist hubs
- OSMEP is actively promoting SME involvement in the VRT program to leverage the purchasing power of foreign tourists
- The objective is to raise awareness among SME entrepreneurs about the program’s benefits and procedures
- The initiative will broaden market opportunities for SMEs and facilitate their integration into the formal economy
- Dr. Apiradi visited various businesses in Pattaya to promote the campaign and show government support for tourism stimulation and SMEs
Source: pattayamail.com
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