Bangkok: A government spokesperson revealed that the Prime Minister is giving importance to confirming Thailand's readiness to host the 6th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games in November 2024. He is confident that the success of the Thai sports industry will continue to generate income. More than 1 billion baht has entered the country, including increasing interest in sports among Thai youth. Mr. Chai Watcharong, spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office, revealed that Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister, aims to support and develop Thailand's sports industry to the international level. Increase capacity and develop Thailand's sports potential It was assigned to Mr. Maris Saengiamphong, Minister of Foreign Affairs. Confirming Thailand's readiness to host the 6th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games between 21 - 30 November 2024 in Bangkok. and Chonburi Province It is expected that hosting this competition will create more than 1 billion baht in circulation in the system and will be an opportunity to further develop the strong sports potential of Thailand. A spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office said that the Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games is considered the second largest sports event after the Asian Games. There will be 36 sports included in the competition, main sports such as volleyball, badminton, boxing, competing for 358 gold medals, and 2 demonstration sports, namely tecbok, competing for 3 gold medals, and aerial sports, competing for 3 gold medals. In terms of organizing the competition The Sports Authority of Thailand, together with relevant agencies, has facilitated and prepared the competition to meet international standards, such as competition venues, practice venues, accommodation venues, medical, transportation methods, traffic, preparation of opening and closing ceremonies. Live broadcast, etc. It has been initially estimated that this time Thailand's hosting of the Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games will have more than 5,500 athletes, approximately 3,000 officials involved, approxima tely 700 honored guests and tourists. 150,000 - 200,000 nationals travel to Thailand during the competition. (Estimated numbers from the 5th competition) and create money circulating in the economy approximately one thousand million baht. Raise the level of the country's sports industry to move forward with strength. Driving sports into an important soft power of the country Including pushing Thailand to be a world-class destination for sports tourism and professional sports. "Prime Minister Proud of Thailand's potential to present in many international stages. This makes Thailand honored to be the host of this sports festival. It is believed that Thailand will be able to build on this competition. Increase your experience and readiness for the Thai sports industry in a complete manner and in addition to economic factors that have a positive effect on the country There are also important social factors. It is an opportunity for Thai youth to be interested in sports competitions. Increased skills Healthy body This will create more social immunity. Be the next generation that will be strong in society,' Mr. Chai said Source: Thai News Agency