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Big spenders sought to spur the economy

Visitors take part in a guided tour of Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram, or Wat Pho. A significant jump in tourists has been recorded since entry restrictions were eased on May 1, 2022. (Photo: Wichan Charoenkiatpakul)

A new committee will be formed to direct measures aimed at attracting more foreign visitors with high purchasing power to Thailand, the government said on Friday, as part of efforts to spur the local economy.

The committee's formation was proposed by the National Economic and Social Development Council and approved at a meeting of the Centre for Economic Situation Administration (CESA), said government spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana.

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