Subject: COVID-19 Pandemic — Request for strong support for hospitality sector in face of COVID-19 pandemic.

To: His Excellency General Prayuth Chan-o-cha
Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand
Government House
1 Pitsanuloke Road, Dusit, Bangkok 10300

Dear General Prayuth,

Amid the third wave of the pandemic, which recorded over 2,000 infections a day and daily deaths climbing to double digits, I understand that the government is facing the monumental task of pulling the country out of its COVID-induced economic crisis. In the meantime, Thailand has no international travelers and the hospitality industry is struggling to survive on the domestic market alone.

Minor International operates in the tourism sector, so I can offer some specific thoughts and speak on behalf of this critical industry that accounts for up to 20% of Thailand’s economy. I would like to make the following specific comments and suggestions:

Accelerate vaccine rollout for both Thai and foreign nationals: The mass immunization program must be accelerated at full speed. Not only is it essential for most Thais to be vaccinated by the end of this year, but foreign nationals in the country must also be vaccinated without delay. 

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