Challenges And Opportunities: Reinvigorating Tourism Cooperation Between India and Thailand In The Post Covid-19 Landscape

India and Thailand have long-standing historical and cultural links that promote strong bilateral relations. Tourism has played a key role in strengthening these connections, with frequent travel between the two countries. However, the Covid-19 pandemic significantly affected air travel, causing a sharp decline in tourism, and affecting the larger range of bilateral relations. This paper examines the evolution of India-Thailand relations post- pandemic, focusing on the recovery of tourism and its implications for bilateral cooperation. The purpose is to analyze the impact of Covid-19 on India-Thailand tourism and assess the prospects for future bilateral cooperation in the tourism sector. By looking at these elements, this study aims to advance the knowledge of the changing dynamics of tourism between India and Thailand and inform future strategies for sustainable tourism development in both countries. The following research questions guide this paper: - 1. What was the impact of Covid-19 on tourism flows between India and Thailand? 2. How did both the countries respond to revive tourism? 3. What are the challenges and opportunities for enhancing tourism cooperation between India and Thailand in the post-pandemic era?