The world awaits the anticipated announcement on June 21, revealing which country has been chosen to host the prestigious Specialised Expo 2028. Among the five finalists is Phuket, Thailand, fueling great expectations for the nation in this international competition.

 

The Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) oversees the selection process for the honour of organising the Specialised Expo 2028. The event offers a coveted platform where countries can exhibit their innovations, technological advancements and culture while strengthening their economic presence on a global scale. In the final round, Phuket’s rivals are Minnesota, United States; Belgrade, Serbia; Malaga, Spain; and Bariloche, Argentina.

 

The recent pledge by prime ministerial candidate Pita Limjaroenrat to support Phuket in hosting the expo has reinforced international confidence that the government will back the event if Thailand is selected. If successful, Thailand will stand as the first nation in Southeast Asia and South Asia to host a Specialised Expo. This historic moment will usher in a unique opportunity for Thailand to promote its considerable cultural heritage, forward-thinking technology and sustainable development initiatives.

 

by Mitch Connor

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Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/phuket/phuket-vies-for-hosting-specialised-expo-2028-promising-sustainability-and-harmony

 

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Officials create protected area for dugongs as tourists flock to Trang islands

By Peter Roche

 

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Thailand’s Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation has created a special protected area for dugongs in Trang province. The move is in response to concerns that the return of tourists could have a negative impact on the dugongs’ habitat.

 

The protected area encompasses 1,787 rai of the Hat Chao Mai National Park, according to a Nation Thailand report. It lies off the coast of Koh Mook, in the Kantang district, with Attapon Charoenchansa, the department’s acting director-general, saying officials hope it will protect dugongs and their feeding area from tourist encroachment.

 

The area is marked by 16 buoys, with officials monitoring nearby marine traffic to ensure the dugongs are not disturbed.

 

Full story: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/officials-create-protected-area-for-dugongs-as-tourists-flock-to-trang-islands/

 

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