Surat Thani, "Kenika" reveals "Sudawan" talks to entrepreneurs. Accelerate the promotion of Koh Samui as a Tourism Hub on the Gulf of Thailand in accordance with government policy. Ms. Kanika Aunjit, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, spoke about the visit of Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, to Koh Samui District, Surat Thani Province, with Ms. Sudawan. Wang Suphakit Koson Minister of Tourism and Sports Visit the area to inspect various projects to upgrade them and increase their potential to accommodate tourists. Create jobs and increase income for people in the area. Including listening to problems from tour operators closely. By Mr. Ratchaporn Poolsawat, President of the Tourism Promotion Association Led a team of local entrepreneurs to meet and request the government to promote Koh Samui as a Tourism Hub on the Gulf of Thailand in accordance with the Ignite Tourism Thailand policy and the extension of the tourism period. Or applying for a visa from 30 days to 90-120 days and making a visa in the form of Multiple Entry Visa or applying for a visa for multiple entries and exits. To increase the opportunity to travel to more places and to distribute income throughout the country. Make the domestic economy comprehensively better Micro-entrepreneurs propose that the government help financial institutions provide loans in the tourism sector. To support the return of the tourism business According to the government's main policy Because after the COVID-19 outbreak situation, financial institutions have become more difficult to provide loans to tourism operators. causing funding problems To conduct business, restore business, expand business In addition, entrepreneurs also consulted Ms. Sudawan. To ask the government to ensure that spas, which are considered Thailand's soft power, are included in the Wellness category. Including wages that will increase, there are still small hotels that are not ready. Therefore, I would like you to help take care of this part as wel l. The operator also expressed his gratitude and was very happy. at the Prime Minister and Ms. Sudawan Come visit the area to listen to the problems yourself and thank the good policies that are about to be developed for the people of Samui. 'Minister Sudawan Inquired about needs, problems and obstacles, including suggestions from tour operators. With various proposals, Minister Sudawan will take this matter to coordinate with the relevant agencies. In order to develop readiness to accommodate more tourists in the future. Including various tourist attractions in Thailand must also be developed to support growth in the tourism business sector as well,' Ms. Kanika said. Source: Thai News Agency