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Thailand Approves 165 Billion Baht Flood Diversion Project to Protect Bangkok and Central Region

The cabinet approved an eight-year, 165 billion baht Chai Nat-Pa Sak-Gulf of Thailand diversion canal designed to strengthen flood protection across Bangkok and Central Thailand while also providing water storage for the dry season.
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Prime Minister Anutin Leads London Investment Roadshow to Deepen UK Economic Ties
Thai Economic Sentiment Remains Weak as Household Debt Nears 795,000 Baht
Bangkok Flooding Disrupts Economy as Kasikorn Research Estimates 7–17 Billion Baht Impact
Thailand Launches Capital-Market Support for New-Economy Companies and Foreign Investors
Thailand Rises 10 Places to 38th in Global Travel and Tourism Development Ranking
Thailand Targets 2.7 Trillion Baht in Tourism Revenue With High-Value Growth Strategy
BYD Thailand Reaches 100,000-Vehicle Production Milestone as EV Policy Evolves
PTTEP and Valeura Approve Bussabong Gas Development in Gulf of Thailand
Thailand Sets Long-Term Strategy to Reach High-Income Status by 2037
Thailand Approves 165 Billion Baht Flood Diversion Project to Protect Bangkok and Central Region
Severe flooding in Bangkok causes 12 billion baht in economic damage to Thailand
Thailand and New York Stock Exchange sign agreement to attract 450 billion baht in foreign investment
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