Spanning paradise: How two mega-bridges will reshape Thailand’s South

13 Sept 04:05 Key points summarised by AI

Two new mega-bridges, linking mainland Krabi to the Lanta archipelago and spanning Songkhla Lake, are under construction to transform southern Thailand's tourism, economy, and transport connectivity by 2029.
The Krabi-Lanta bridge will cut travel time to the popular islands from hours to minutes, significantly boosting tourism from 800,000 to an anticipated 1.5 million visitors annually and improving access to vital medical services for residents.
The Songkhla Lake bridge will dramatically reduce travel between Songkhla and Phatthalung from nearly two hours to just 15 minutes, featuring culturally inspired designs and incorporating environmental protections for the lake's unique ecosystem.
These projects, part of Thailand's 'Green Transport blueprint,' aim to establish the South as a major economic and lifestyle hub, adhering to global standards for construction and environmental preservation while opening access to a market of over 1 billion people across ASEAN.

Thai Embassy warns nationals after deadly attack on Saudi airport

Yesterday 19:13 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai Embassy in Saudi Arabia issued a warning for its nationals in Dammam and surrounding areas to temporarily avoid King Fahd International Airport following a deadly attack on October 21.
The advisory emphasizes high security risks, urging Thais to avoid the airport and energy infrastructure facilities, while continuing daily life with caution in public places.
Nationals are strongly advised to strictly follow instructions from Saudi authorities and contact the embassy or consulate for assistance.
This warning coincides with escalating hostilities and repeated attacks by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi group on Saudi targets.
The United States has also ordered non-essential staff and their families to leave its embassy in Saudi Arabia due to increasing Houthi hostilities, including attacks on civilian infrastructure.