BANGKOK — Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will lead her cabinet on Monday to the northeastern provinces of Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, and Mukdahan, inspecting flagship development projects and assessing local challenges ahead of a mobile cabinet meeting in Nakhon Phanom on Tuesday.
“The prime minister’s visit to the Northeast is aimed at following up on the progress of development projects and addressing problems in all areas — from international trade and tourism to urban development,” said government spokesman Jirayu Houngsub.
Key Itinerary Highlights
- Water Resource Management in Sakon Nakhon
At Don Koen Park in Mueang Sakon Nakhon, Ms. Paetongtarn will review a major water rehabilitation project, part of the government’s push to secure sustainable water supplies. - Sustainable Fashion in Nakhon Phanom
A stop at the Nawa District Handicraft Centre will spotlight Thailand’s “sustainable fashion” initiative, promoting eco-friendly textiles and local craftsmanship. - Drug Suppression on the Mekong
The Prime Minister will chair a strategic session with the navy’s Mekong Riverine Unit to strengthen efforts against cross-border drug trafficking along the Mekong River. - Cultural Engagement
A riverside ceremony in Nakhon Phanom will celebrate local traditions and underscore the government’s commitment to preserving cultural heritage.
Mobile Cabinet Meeting & Border Inspections
On Tuesday morning at Nakhon Phanom University, the second mobile cabinet meeting of 2025 will convene. Following the session, Ms. Paetongtarn will:
- Inspect the Nakhon Phanom Customs Office
- Tour Key Border Checkpoints with Laos to evaluate cross-border trade operations and streamline logistics.
“Nakhon Phanom and Mukdahan are high-potential provinces, located along the border with Laos, with major transport routes that connect all the way to central Vietnam through Da Nang,” Mr. Jirayu added. “This visit will help these provinces enhance their competitiveness in tourism, trade, investment, and drug suppression.”
Strategic Importance for Regional Development
Situated on vital trade corridors, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom and Mukdahan play a crucial role in Thailand’s ASEAN integration and Greater Mekong Subregion connectivity. By focusing on:
- Cross-Border Trade
- Water Security
- Sustainable Economic Models
- Anti-Drug Operations
the government aims to boost local incomes, improve public health and safeguard border communities.
As Thailand continues to decentralize governance and promote region-specific solutions, Prime Minister Paetongtarn’s mobile cabinet tour underscores her administration’s hands-on approach to inclusive, sustainable development.
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