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Land Bridge to nowhere
Oped, Editorial, Published on 17/09/2025
» The embattled Land Bridge, a massive logistics project to connect the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea, resurfaced in public attention last month.
Resisting industrial expansion
Life, Supara Janchitfah, Published on 02/09/2025
» It took pomelo farmer Nid Pairow a few years to get her crops officially recognised for their distinct quality under the Geographical Indication (GI) programme. Like famous French Champagne, the GI accreditation signifies the pomelo varieties Nid has grown are exclusive to her hometown of Prachin Buri and have one-of-a-kind taste and texture.
Panel wants Land Bridge study redone
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 22/08/2025
» The House Committee on Land, Natural Resources and Environment is calling for a thorough review of the Environmental and Health Impact Assessment (EHIA) for the controversial Land Bridge megaproject, saying the report contains incomplete and/or inaccurate information that could hurt the project's prospects.
Critics push to review land bridge port reports
News, Post Reporters, Published on 06/08/2025
» Academics and activists have urged a review of the Environmental Health Impact Assessment (EHIA) reports for the Ranong and Chumphon deep-sea port plans, part of the government's flagship land bridge megaproject.
"EGAT Unveils Plans for Carbon Neutrality by 2030"
Published on 29/11/2024
» The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) reaffirmed its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 during its participation in a side event at the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, held in Baku, Azerbaijan. Representing EGAT, Professor Dr. Pisut Painmanakul participated in the seminar “Energy Transition towards Carbon Neutrality”, where the organisation presented its strategic framework under the 4D1E policy and highlighted its progress in renewable energy initiatives.
Govt drawing up bill to get southern Thailand's Land Bridge going
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 02/09/2024
» The southern Land Bridge megaproject will move forward as the government is currently drafting the Southern Economic Corridor (SEC) bill, which is required for the project to continue, Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit said on Monday.
National Human Rights Commission urges move of nuclear project
News, Post Reporters, Published on 10/08/2024
» The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has recommended that the government relocate a planned 20-megawatt nuclear reactor from Nakhon Nayok and provide more detailed information about the project to the public.
Office of Transport and Traffic Policy Planning 'sure' Land Bridge will proceed
News, Post Reporters, Published on 06/08/2024
» The southern Land Bridge megaproject will proceed as planned, as several companies from China, the United Arab Emirates and the United States have expressed their interest in investing in the project, the Office of Transport and Traffic Policy Planning (OTP) said yesterday.
Koh Samui terminal plan sparks interest
Supapong Chaolan, Published on 22/05/2024
» Foreign and domestic investors have expressed interest in Koh Samui's new cruise terminal project, according to Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri.
Locals challenge airport expansion plan
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 16/03/2024
» A second runway at U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport will be built despite opposition from local residents.