Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun visited Suvarnabhumi Airport on August 17 to review passenger services and address bottlenecks under the government’s Visitor Economy strategy, seeking to improve travel experiences and generate greater economic value.

Suphajee was joined by Tourism and Sports Minister Surasak Phancharoenworakul, Deputy Transport Ministers Siripong Angkasakulkiat and Phattrapong Phattraprasitt, and Weerasak Kowsurat, chairman of the Deputy Prime Minister’s Advisory Board. Officials reviewed immigration and passenger handling, including plans to improve automated passport gates, adjust staffing during peak periods, and share flight and passenger data in real time.

Tourist police will increase oversight at baggage claim areas, conduct joint patrols, and monitor tour groups, transportation services, illegal guides, and unauthorized solicitation. Authorities also plan to use CCTV and an intelligent command center to improve security and response times.

The Visitor Economy strategy looks beyond arrival numbers to spending from leisure, business, education, wellness, and other travel. Agencies will receive responsibilities and timelines for short-term improvements, while issues involving legislation, major infrastructure, or long-term investment will be considered at the government level.