Why are fewer Chinese tourists visiting Thailand?

Thailand's tourism bureau estimates nearly 1.5 million fewer visitors from China in 2023 than had originally been expected at the beginning of the year..

Chinese tourist arrivals in Thailand are set to be lower than forecast in 2023, according to estimates by the Thai tourism bureau..

There are fewer Chinese tourists in Bangkok's Chinatown this year(Tommy Walker/DW) Changing trends in Chinese tourism..

However, shop owners and market vendors in Bangkok's Chinatown told DW that the number of Chinese tourists this year is lower than before..

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced in September that Chinese tourists can enter Thailand from mainland China for 30 days, without requiring a visa up until the end of February..