NATIONWIDE: The cabinet decided on Tuesday (Feb 27) to approve an extension of the Songkran holiday period, which from this year will be a five-day break running from April 12-16.
Friday 2 March 2018 03:14 PM
Gen Prayut wants life made easier for those who are travelling home during the Songkran holiday. Photo: Patong Municipality
Col Athisith Chainuvati, a government spokesman, said the extended holiday will boost economic activity and tourism.
He added that Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has asked various agencies to make life easier for those who are travelling home during the long holiday by staying open longer to provide more convenient services.
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