TAT backs medical tourism fair

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has confirmed its support for the first medical and wellness trade fair in Thailand, with over 100 companies due to take part in the event held from September 11 to 14 at the Centara Grand at CentralWorld Bangkok.
TAT deputy governor for Tourism Products and Business, Vilaiwan Twichasri, said the Thailand Medical & Wellness Tourism Trade Fair will have a B2B component on the first day, followed by post tours for the remaining three days for trade visitors. The event will also be open to the public from September 12 to 14.

The show is expected to attract 80 sellers and 150 buyers from more than 20 countries. Russian and Chinese markets are a top priority to expand Thai medical tourism.

Buyers are expected to come to the event from Australia, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Germany, France, Scandinavian countries, the United States, Canada, India and Bangladesh.

Sourced: thephuketnews