Thailand buzzes as Southeast Asia countries await tourist affluence

To people in Thailand and across Southeast Asia, news of China changing its COVID-fighting measures means more incoming visitors and better economic recovery ahead.

On Jan 8, following an announcement late last month, China lifted mandatory quarantine for cross-border travelers after adjusting other COVID-19 control measures, giving impetus for outbound tours. International travelers will no longer have to undergo quarantine or take a nucleic acid test when they arrive in China.

Yuthasak Supasorn, governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, said the tourism sector is gearing up for the return of Chinese visitors.