Tourism leaders in Thailand are calling for discussions on establishing a long-term visa-free travel arrangement with India, anticipating significant benefits as India is expected to become the world’s third-largest economy by 2027. The temporary visa exemption for Indian travelers has already shown positive effects, with plans to extend the policy for two additional years after its expiration on May 10. The call seeks to sustain growth in Indian tourist arrivals, which ranked fifth highest, totaling 258,269 visitors by February 18.
The shift in global economic rankings, with India expected to surpass Germany, presents an opportunity for Thailand to attract more affluent Indian tourists. Advocates for a permanent visa-free policy argue it would boost tourism and trade, encouraging airlines to increase…
