AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoThailand–China diplomacy: Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul met China’s Xi Jinping in Shanghai, with both sides pushing deeper cooperation and a “2+2” foreign/defence dialogue as Thailand hosts more Chinese investment and tourism links. Tourism arrivals: Thailand reported 17.36 million foreign tourist arrivals in 2026, with revenue topping 838 billion baht, underscoring continued demand. Durian trade boost: Thailand’s fresh durian exports to China hit 1,000,763.66 tonnes by July 19, already clearing the 1 million-tonne target and driving promotion of processed durian products. Travel safety spotlight: A British tourist in Pattaya was allegedly held hostage and robbed of about £10,000 in crypto after being lured to an England World Cup watch-party. Payments update for visitors: Apple has listed Thailand in its Tap to Pay on iPhone guide, hinting at more contactless payment options for merchants (separate from Apple Pay). Universal access for travellers: Bangkok’s UD Expo calls for universal design to go mainstream across transport and public services, aiming to make travel easier for older people and people with disabilities. Aviation connectivity: flydubai launched daily non-stop flights to Aleppo, while China Eastern began Dublin–Shanghai service—both moves that can feed future leisure and business travel flows.
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