In the case of Thailand, local officials and tour operators complacently think that Thai-Chinese culture is very similar, which often leads to all sorts of misunderstandings and sometimes condescending exchanges. There are cultural differences, some subtle and not so subtle, between the two nations. Thais are more comfortable with those from big cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou, as they are more cosmopolitan.
In the past two years, more Chinese tourists have been coming here from provincial cities. They often choose Thailand as the first destination on the first trip abroad because they feel good — the sense of familiarity, not being alienated, that the Thai ambience can provide. This kind of good sentiment and rapport needs to be carefully nurtured. To do so, the Ministry of Tourism and Sport, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and provincial authorities must pay extra attention to this phenomenon.
Over the next 40 years, Thai-China relations must be more comprehensive, taking into consideration the fast changing economic and security landscape in the region. As such, it is important to include key areas of strategic interest on both sides as the bilateral relations are still lopsided and heavily focused on economic, trade, investment, cultural and language cooperation.
In the process, Thailand must articulate well what the country wants from China and act accordingly. Since there is no such thing as a free lunch anymore, Thailand also has to reciprocate in ways that ensure mutually beneficial partnerships. China will be featured one way or another in the regional and international scheme of things.
In a few days, Thailand and China will commemorate 40 years of friendship. We must use this occasion to think outside the box and set sail ahead when the headwinds still favour our way.
In the case of Thailand, local officials and tour operators complacently think that Thai-Chinese culture is very similar, which often leads to all sorts of misunderstandings and sometimes condescending exchanges. There are cultural differences, some subtle and not so subtle, between the two nations. Thais are more comfortable with those from big cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou, as they are more cosmopolitan.In the past two years, more Chinese tourists have been coming here from provincial cities. They often choose Thailand as the first destination on the first trip abroad because they feel good — the sense of familiarity, not being alienated, that the Thai ambience can provide. This kind of good sentiment and rapport needs to be carefully nurtured. To do so, the Ministry of Tourism and Sport, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and provincial authorities must pay extra attention to this phenomenon.Over the next 40 years, Thai-China relations must be more comprehensive, taking into consideration the fast changing economic and security landscape in the region. As such, it is important to include key areas of strategic interest on both sides as the bilateral relations are still lopsided and heavily focused on economic, trade, investment, cultural and language cooperation.In the process, Thailand must articulate well what the country wants from China and act accordingly. Since there is no such thing as a free lunch anymore, Thailand also has to reciprocate in ways that ensure mutually beneficial partnerships. China will be featured one way or another in the regional and international scheme of things.In a few days, Thailand and China will commemorate 40 years of friendship. We must use this occasion to think outside the box and set sail ahead when the headwinds still favour our way.
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