# TAT reaffirms support for WWF Thailand to urge tourists to “Travel Ivory Free”

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/tourism/126358-tat-reaffirms-support-for-wwf-thailand-to-urge-tourists-to-travel-ivory-free
- Published: 2024-02-14T15:38:41+07:00
- Author: Tourism Authority of Thailand

**TAT reaffirms support for WWF Thailand’s ‘Travel Ivory Free’ campaign to promote
sustainable tourism, discourage illegal ivory trade, and urge tourists to responsibly
travel.**

## TAT Continues Support for WWF Thailand’s ‘Travel Ivory Free’ Campaign

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has reaffirmed its continuous support for
the World Wide Fund for Nature International or WWF Thailand’s ‘Travel Ivory Free’
campaign. This campaign aims to encourage tourists to travel responsibly and stop
buying ivory products. Key players in the travel and tourism industry as well as
international organisations have joined together to show their commitment to help
spread awareness and promote a more sustainable travel culture.

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## TAT’s Strong Support for the Campaign

Mr. Nithee Seeprae, TAT Deputy Governor for Marketing Communications, emphasized
TAT’s support for the campaign since its inception in 2018. Through their public
relations efforts, TAT urges tourists to be a part of the awareness-raising initiative.
WWF Thailand initiated the ‘Travel Ivory Free’ campaign after China banned its domestic
ivory trade in December 2017.

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## Pushing for Responsible Tourism

Thailand has strict penalties for those caught with illegal ivory items, including
imprisonment and hefty fines. Despite efforts, Thailand remains a major destination
for illegal ivory buyers. WWF Thailand continues to actively raise awareness to 
urge tourists to put an end to the illegal ivory trade and promote responsible and
sustainable tourism experiences while in Thailand.

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