Kajol Somaya – Mumbai
The Governor of Surat Thani province of Thailand Wongsiri Promchana, along with a Thai delegation, organised a trade road show in Mumbai, aimed at promoting tourism, trade and business. Around 19 trade partners from Thailand participated in the show. The province is currently targeting Mumbai and Surat markets.
Surat Thani, the largest province in Southern Thailand, has good ties with Surat in Gujarat due to historic similarities. Promchana highlighted the tourist attractions of Surat Thani, as part of
educating the Indian travel trade. The mainland of Surat Thani attracts mostly MICE activities, while also serving as a family destination.
“As of now we only plan to promote and market Surat Thani in Surat and Mumbai. India is one of the most important markets for us and has huge potential,” said Promchana.
Alongside India, the province has been active in promotional activities in China and Europe.