Why Pattaya and Bangkok struggle to clear street vendors from footpaths
[Pattaya Mail] - 12/23/2024
BANGKOK, Thailand – Pattaya and Bangkok, two of Thailand’s most vibrant urban centers, face significant challenges in eliminating vendors who block street footpaths, despite various efforts to regulate and control street vending. This issue is multifaceted, driven by cultural, economic, and (…)
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