Stories tagged with infrastructure
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Phuket set to receive more development
Thailand’s Prime Minister, Samak Sundaravej, has made it clear he intends to sink a lot of money into developing the resort island of Phuket into what he refers to as a paradise. Up to now, the island has not had the money to set in motion various developmental and infrastructure projects to really push Phuket into the realm of a world class tourist destination.
Local authorities on the island commend the Prime Minister for his commitments, but caution that if things are to develop prosperously, the plans and funding must be carefully thought out. PM Samak told an audience of his weekly talk show that he wished to delegate a 15-member board, with 5 members from the national government, 5 from the regional branch and 5 local officials.
Phuket officials complain the island has received insufficient levels of funding to truly bring the island to its full potential.
Posted by: DaveB on 29 Apr 2008, 19:41 -
Samui says power shortages likely in 2 years
The island of Ko Samui is one of Thailand’s most popular destinations for tourists, perhaps too much so, now that local authorities that acute power and water shortages may very well be in the island’s future. Over the next two years, the electricity demand is expected to exceed supply levels, while water supplies are said to be enough until 2012 at most based on current levels of consumption.
A plan to prevent such a situation, which could prove disastrous for the island’s vital tourism industry is being discussed by the governor of Suratthani Vinai Baupradit and local Ko Samui officials. Samui representatives include the Ko Samui Tourism Association, the Provincial Electric Authority and members of local councils.
Possible solutions being discussed involve everything from undersea cables to an entirely new power plant. With Samui business and residences continuing to rise, a solution must be found soon to prevent a potentially baneful situation that could affect everything from local residents to visiting tourist numbers.
Posted by: DaveB on 26 Mar 2008, 18:14