Better transport links will make Kingdom true regional centre, PM says
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The improved transport connectivity between Thailand and its neighbours will propel this country into being a true regional centre, according to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha.
He made the remark on his weekly television programme, which was aired Friday night.
He said progress had been made in the development of the nation’s rail system. Linkages will be created between Thailand and other countries in the region, making the Kingdom a true regional hub.
There will be two projects establishing dual-track, 1-metre-gauge rail lines. The first involves six urgent sub-projects that will span a total of 903 kilometres and are slated for implementation this year. They include three routes where environmental impact assessments (EIAs) have already been completed and where associated land-expropriation bills have been approved.
The Nation
