Politics
Prime Minister Leads Mobile Cabinet Meeting in Songkhla to Promote Southern Soft Power
The Thai Prime Minister held the first mobile cabinet meeting of 2026 in Songkhla, highlighting local culture through traditional attire.
On September 1, 2026, the Prime Minister of Thailand presided over the first mobile cabinet meeting of the year at the 60th Anniversary of His Majesty the King’s Accession to the Throne International Convention Center, located at Prince of Songkla University in Hat Yai, Songkhla Province.
During the event, the Prime Minister wore 'Ratchawat' fabric, a traditional textile, to emphasize local identity and support the government's initiative to promote Southern Thailand's 'Soft Power.' This strategic focus aims to elevate regional cultural assets and boost the local economy through tourism and creative industries.
For residents and travelers, this meeting signals a continued government emphasis on the Southern region's development and cultural visibility. While the event highlights a commitment to regional promotion, specific policy outcomes or new infrastructure projects resulting from this mobile cabinet session remain to be confirmed. Observers should monitor official government announcements for details on any concrete initiatives or budget allocations that may follow this high-level meeting. As reported by Prachachat Business, the event serves as a symbolic and strategic platform for integrating Southern cultural heritage into the national development agenda.