PM visits Nakhon Ratchasima for briefing on 2029 horticultural expo
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin arrived in Nakhon Ratchasima on Sunday to check out the preparations being made for hosting an international horticultural expo in 2029.
The premier was in the Nong Rangka area of Kong district to be briefed about preparations for the Korat Expo 2029.
The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) has chosen Nakhon Ratchasima as the venue for the 2029 event, which will be held under the concept of “Nature & Greenery: Envisioning a Green Future”. The expo, running from November 10, 2029, to February 28, 2030, will cover 678 rai (a little over 60 hectares) and is expected to draw some 4 million visitors. The event is also expected to create some 36,000 jobs and generate revenue of about 18.94 billion baht.
The government has allocated 4.28 billion baht for the event.
Srettha told the organiser to ensure that every single baht of the budget is well spent and that the spending does not go beyond the budget.
The premier also spent time talking to locals who had gathered to welcome him, saying he was happy to visit again after visiting the province while campaigning for votes.
He also said he believes the expo will boost tourism in Nakhon Ratchasima.
