Phuket Steps Forward in Anti-Corruption and Sustainable Growth Drive

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Phuket, a prominent Thai island known for its tourism wealth, welcomed the Senate Committee on Independent Organisations yesterday. The committee, led by Police Major General Chatchawan Saengphet, visited to appraise the island's ongoing anti-corruption campaign and plans for sustainable development.

 

In a significant meeting at Phuket Provincial Hall on November 26, Vice Governor Ronnarong Thippasiri presented Phuket’s economic landscape, emphasising its unique position with a robust tourist influx. The island's tourism accounts for a substantial 92.9% of its income, producing over 380 billion baht yearly, making it Thailand's top earner after Bangkok.

 

Representatives from various sectors, including local government, the private domain, and civil society, reviewed challenges in procurement and resource management, with a collective aim to eliminate corruption. Vice Governor Ronnarong revealed Phuket's ambitious vision spanning from 2023 to 2042, focused on sustainable development to transition the island into a progressive economic hub.

 

 

Police Maj. Gen. Chatchawan praised Phuket's decentralised governance and collaborative efforts, highlighting it as a role model in addressing corruption. He stressed the need for engaging youth in anti-corruption initiatives, pointing out the necessity of instilling cultural changes for the future.

 

Phuket's emphasis on ecological sustainability and fair economics seeks to set a standard for transparency and innovation within Thailand. However, the report largely skims detailed results from the anti-corruption efforts, a point of potential critique.

 

Photo: The Thaiger

 

-- 2024-11-27