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Thursday, Sep 03, 2026

Thailand High-Speed Rail Airport Link Project Faces Uncertainty as Government Reviews Contract Options

The planned high-speed rail line connecting Bangkok’s airports with Pattaya and U-Tapao is under review, with stakeholders considering contract termination or amendments. The Eastern Economic Corridor Office and the concessionaire are still in discussions, while the government weighs a shift toward expanding existing suburban and double-track rail networks to maintain regional connectivity if the project is discontinued.
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