Phuket’s stalled worldwide convention centre challenge might see new life with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin‘s promise to revisit it for local financial stimulation.
During a recent go to to Phuket and Phangnga, PM Srettha engaged local tourism representatives, acknowledging their recommendations. Thaneth Tantipiriyakij, President of the Phuket Tourist Association, is confident the prime minister and Pheu Thai Tourism committee will critically consider a world conference centre proposal at Mai Khao Beach.
Plans for the convention centre had been halted as Vachira Phuket Hospital opted for a 1.four billion baht well being and wellness centre. Originally meant for the Phuket Specialized Expo 2028, the province couldn’t secure the bid.
Replicate has been in limbo for a decade because the tenure of ex-PM Yingluck Shinawatra. Thaneth also highlighted other stalled infrastructure tasks, similar to motorway routes across the island, a rail transport hyperlink from Surat Thani to Phang Nga and Phuket, and the Patong tunnel.
Tourism operators are urging the government to press forward with the Patong tunnel project after failing to draw any contractors for the job. Another proposed challenge is a second stable waste incineration plant in northern Phuket, as the present southern plant is over capability.
In addition to the convention centre and transport infrastructure, the industry hopes for a government-built water pipe system linking Phuket and Phangnga to tackle summer season water shortages. The Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council has approved the price range for this venture.
Thaneth sees PM Srettha’s broader project vision as enhancing tourism, including the MICE sector with the conference centre, beyond simply profitability.
Bhummikitti Ruktaengam, advisory chairman of the Phuket Tourist Association, shared that a Pheu Thai team is contemplating electrical buses or a monorail. He emphasizes regulated transport for fair competition and countering taxi monopolies.
Bhummikitti helps Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, the probably new tourism minister, applauding her resolve. He encourages open-mindedness and public-private coordination.
The Pheu Thai technique prioritizes high quality tourists, extended stays, and elevated tourism spending over mass tourism.
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