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New Alcohol Law Sparks Controversy and Industry Warnings

11/9/2025

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The amended Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, effective November 8, imposes penalties for drinking during 2 p.m.–5 p.m., with fines up to 10,000 baht.
The act shifts responsibility to consumers and bans advertising featuring celebrities or influencers.
Chanon Koetcharoen, president of the Thai Restaurant Association, warns the regulations could harm the industry.
Taopiphop Limjittrakorn, an opposition MP, advocates 24/7 alcohol sales, arguing the law serves anti-alcohol interests and confuses foreign tourists.

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The amended Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, effective November 8, imposes penalties for drinking during 2 p.m.–5 p.m., with fines up to 10,000 baht.
The act shifts responsibility to consumers and bans advertising featuring celebrities or influencers.
Chanon Koetcharoen, president of the Thai Restaurant Association, warns the regulations could harm the industry.
Taopiphop Limjittrakorn, an opposition MP, advocates 24/7 alcohol sales, arguing the law serves anti-alcohol interests and confuses foreign tourists.