Phuket aims to host SEA Games, World Specialized Expo

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Governor Narong announced the plan yesterday (Nov 3). Photo: Radio Thailand Phuket

 

PHUKET: Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew will propose to the mobile Cabinet meeting in Krabi later this month that Phuket bid to host the 25th SEA Games in 2025 and the World Specialized Expo 2028 in 2028.

 

The move is part of a plan to help broaden Phuket’s economic base and reduce the island’s overdependence on destination tourism, Governor Narong explained yesterday (Nov 3).

 

The proposal to host the major events is part of a plan for the national government to support development in three key industries: sports; health and wellness; and MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences & exhibitions).

 

Full story: https://www.thephuketnews.com/phuket-aims-to-host-sea-games-world-specialized-expo-81916.php

 

-- © Copyright Phuket News 2021-11-04

 

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Maybe they should try for the Thailand Winter Olympics - would bring back some rich high-spending tourists....