June 19, 20223 yr by Natthaphon Sangpolsit PARIS (NNT) - Thailand has launched its bid to host the World Specialized Expo 2028. According to Deputy Government Spokesperson Traisuree Taisaranakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, together with delegates from various agencies, presented to the Bureau of International Expositions (BIE) in Paris on Sunday (June 19) Thailand’s bid to host the Specialized Expo. The government submitted its letter of candidature to host the event to the BIE on January 7. The deputy spokesperson said Phuket province has been designated as the proposed location for the Special Expo, as officials intend to promote the island province as well as the nation as both a medical hub and medical tourism destination. Thai delegates will compete with representatives from Argentina, Serbia, Spain and the United States to host the international event, with the winner to be announced in June 2024. If Thailand is chosen to host the World Specialized Expo 2028, the event will be held from March 20 to June 17, 2028. It is expected to attract 4.93 million domestic and international visitors, which will further boost the kingdom’s economy and tourism industry. -- © Copyright NNT 2022-06-20 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!
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