Thailand considers lifting afternoon alcohol ban to attract tourists

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin could end a 52-year-old ban on afternoon alcohol sales, following calls from the tourism industry, which is struggling with rising costs and weak consumer spending.

“Prime Minister Srettha is pleased to consider proposals from restaurant operators to amend laws prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages from 2pm to 5pm,” according to a statement on the Royal Thai Government website.