According to Thai media news, since December 15, the Thai government has officially extended the business hours of entertainment service venues in Bangkok, Phuket, Chonburi, Chiang Mai and Suratthani Province to 4 a.m. on a trial basis to further stimulate tourism at the end of the year.
Commenting on the policy on December 18, Anutin said that no problems have been identified so far and that practitioners are satisfied with it, as the increase in business hours has also helped generate more revenue. He said that from the recent on-site visits, it is clear that all parties are abiding by the law.
At the same time, Anutin added, he also inquired with tourists and found that they were fully prepared and had a clear sense of not drunk driving, and at the same time, in terms of entertainment venues, businesses have guaranteed to strictly check tourists' ID cards in strict accordance with regulations, arrange for bar security personnel to maintain law and order, and strictly check the carrying of dangerous weapons.
As for whether the policy will be extended to more regions, Anutin said that if all sectors participate in social responsibility, anything is possible because they want to generate income for more people. Regarding the accidents that will occur after the opening hours of the entertainment venues, Anutin said that accidents can happen at any time, but the perpetrators must be dealt with seriously, especially drunk driving.