reader Posted yesterday at 05:19 AM Posted yesterday at 05:19 AM From Pattaya News Thailand, March 4th, 2025 — Digital Economy Minister Prasert Chantraruangthong, chair of the National Alcohol Policy Committee, announced proposed amendments to Thailand’s alcohol laws, aligning them with the Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025 campaign. While the ban on alcohol sales during five major Buddhist holidays remains—Makha Bucha, Visakha Bucha, Asalha Bucha, Buddhist Lent, and End of Buddhist Lent—exceptions will apply to international airport terminals, licensed entertainment venues, hotels, and designated tourist areas approved by the Public Health Ministry. The committee is also studying electronic alcohol sales regulations to assess feasibility and impact. The existing sales restrictions remain in place due to legal constraints under Revolutionary Decree No. 253. A 15-day public consultation will be held online before the final proposal is submitted for approval, with the goal of implementing the changes before Visakha Bucha Day on May 11th, 2025, remarked Minister Prasert. TPN media notes this is only a proposal and it is still unclear where exactly the exceptions will apply. https://thepattayanews.com/2025/03/04/thailand-eases-alcohol-ban-on-buddhist-holidays-in-select-locations/ TMax, vinapu and Ruthrieston 3 Quote
