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Nakhon Si Thammarat: Thailand’s eco-friendly haven

20 Sept 06:54 Key points summarised by AI

Nakhon Si Thammarat, known as 'the green lungs of Thailand,' is a captivating Southern province now enhancing accessibility with a new international airport terminal and improved infrastructure to welcome global travelers.
The province champions nature and community-based tourism, offering diverse experiences from challenging treks through Khao Luang National Park, home to Thailand's second-highest peak and rich biodiversity, to serene village life in Ban Khiriwong.
Sichon beach, praised by Lonely Planet, provides an idyllic, authentic coastal experience, preserving local traditions and natural beauty distinct from more developed destinations.
Public and private sectors are collaborating to promote sustainable tourism, focusing on wellness and leveraging the province's extensive natural heritage of mountains, pristine beaches, and rejuvenating atmosphere.

Yesterday 14:58 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's government will launch the "Chainat-Pasak-Gulf" water diversion canal project in fiscal year 2027, a seven-year mega-infrastructure initiative.
This permanent structural solution aims to mitigate recurrent central plains flooding by diverting water from the Chao Phraya River directly into the Gulf of Thailand, significantly reducing flow to major cities like Ayutthaya and Bangkok.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul justifies the long-term investment as a means to reduce future damages and fiscal burdens, contrasting it with the 40-50 billion baht spent annually on short-term flood relief.
Concurrently, the Prime Minister instructed officials to expand drainage capacity into the Tha Chin River and swiftly remove water hyacinths to improve immediate flood management.