Disathat Sorawong Panyarachun
Thienthong
On
behalf of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports and the people of Thailand , it is my pleasure to extend a formal welcome to everyone to the MotoGP " PT GRAND PRIX OF THAILAND 2024 ". Our track record of successfully hosting the MotoGP over the past four years is a testament to the exceptional hospitality you will experience , the high-caliber competition you will observe , and the world-class standards upheld by Thai expertise , all enriched by the essence of Thai culture to create a memorable event for all participants .
The Ministry of Tourism and Sports views the hosting of MotoGP in Thailand as a significant affirmation of the government ' s strategy to advance the " Sports and Tourism " policy . This event has consistently generated over 4.493 billion Baht and has drawn tourists globally , showcasing the remarkable attractions of Buriram province and other regions in Thailand through ongoing tourism post-event .
Currently , Thailand as a premier international destination for sports tourism in the long term . Being selected as a MotoGP venue for five years which is crucial for advancing the country ' s tourism economy in alignment with our strategic sports tourism policy . We aspire for the ThaiGP to evolve into a grand sporting celebration , offering an unparalleled experience for attendees and significantly contributing to the nation ' s economic growth . Our goal is for ThaiGP to reaffirm its status as one of the world ' s foremost Grand Prix events .
On behalf of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports , I sincerely hope that all attendees will enjoy the race , experience our Thai hospitality , and have an enriching visit to Buriram province . It is our aspiration that the MotoGP “ PT GRAND PRIX OF THAILAND 2024 " will serve as a prominent platform to promote sports tourism in Thailand and further develop our sports and especially motorsport sectors .
I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the people of Buriram for their outstanding hospitality , which has made a lasting positive impression on tourists , riders , teams , and media from around the world . My deepest gratitude also goes to all government and private sector sponsors whose contributions have been instrumental in the successful realization of ThaiGP over the past four years .
Sorawong Thienthong Minister of Toursim and Sports