Laos has confirmed plans to partially reopen to foreign travellers in the new year, throwing a lifeline to the tourism industry after borders were sealed for more than 18 months to keep out Covid.
The merger of True Corporation Plc and Total Access Communication Plc (DTAC) could cause a potential telecom market dominance, while the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) will have the authority to look into the issue, according to the Office of Trade Competition Commission (OTCC).
The resort cities of Hua Hin and Cha-am are expecting soft reopening throughout the final quarter with 5% of the overall international arrivals in 2019.
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha says Thailand will open the country to visitors from 46 countries, up from the 10 Covid-19 low-risk countries announced earlier, starting from Nov 1.