Songkhla Chamber of Commerce Proposes 25 Billion Baht Economic Plan for Southern Border Provinces

On August 31, 2026, Songkhla Chamber of Commerce President Songphon Jangsiriwatthanathamrong announced that the organization, in collaboration with local business leaders and provincial authorities, is preparing to submit a strategic development proposal to the mobile Cabinet meeting held in Songkhla from August 31 to September 1, 2026.

The proposal focuses on four key areas: economy, social development, security, and disaster management. Central to the economic strategy is a request for a 25 billion baht soft loan injection. The initiative aims to upgrade deep-sea port infrastructure and promote tourism to transform the five southern border provinces into a regional economic gateway for Southeast Asia.

For residents and travelers, this proposal signals a potential shift in regional infrastructure investment and tourism development. If approved, these projects could lead to significant improvements in logistics and regional connectivity. However, it is important to note that these plans are currently in the proposal stage. The specific details of the projects, the timeline for implementation, and the final approval from the Cabinet remain to be confirmed. Stakeholders are awaiting further updates following the conclusion of the mobile Cabinet session.