Phuket officials are crossing their fingers as they prepare to make one last pitch in the island’s bid to host the 2028 Specialised Expo. The Bangkok Post reports that a special delegation will make a final presentation to the Bureau International des Expositions in Paris on June 21 with an announcement before the end of the month.

 

The president of the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau says the final pitch will aim to persuade decision-makers of the island’s readiness to host the event. Chiruit Isarangkun Na Ayuthaya says in order for Phuket to hold the event, a budget of around 4.18 billion baht will be required.

 

However, the expo is expected to attract 7 million visitors from 106 countries and generate 50 billion baht for the economy. Officials are also hoping the expo will shine a light on Thailand, and Phuket in particular, as a top health and medical tourism destination.

 

By Peter Roche

Top photo caption: Phuket Specialised Expo

 

Full Story: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/phuket-news/phuket-officials-prepare-for-final-pitch-ahead-of-expo-2028-announcement/

 

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I would have thought a better photo would be in order. Looks like a scruffy overweight union rep to me.