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Khlong Toei Redevelopment Set to Attract Investors

Plans for Khlong Toei include a cruise terminal, hotels, and mixed-use buildings, aiming to create jobs and reduce pollution. The development aligns with PM Srettha's foreign investment policy, with completion expected by 2035.
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