Pattaya to host grand OTOP event

Pattaya, Chonburi province will organize the One Tambon One Product (OTOP) event at the Bali Hai Port between August 23rd and 25th.

The Deputy Governor of Chonburi province, Mr. Montien Thongnit, presided over the meeting to prepare this major OTOP event, which is aimed at promoting the production, sale and export of locally produced items around Thailand and the world. This event will see the best OTOP products from around Thailand sold at the Bali Hai Port over the three days. It has been organized to celebrate the 80th Birthday Anniversary of His Majesty King Bhumibol.

The OTOP event in Chonburi will include on-stage activities showcasing the various traditions and cultures from each region of the country.

Source: Thai National News Bureau Public Relations Department - 14 August 2007

Sounds as though this will be well worth a visit.

Thanks for the info JD

There was a similar event at the Tesco Lotus Sukhumvit a while back and I found some really nice items to buy. Hope its a similar event this time. Worth a check out for sure.