EEC Approves Four New Special Economic Zones with 25.6 Billion Baht Investment
The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) policy committee has approved four new special economic zones, aiming to attract significant industrial investment and create over 18,000 jobs.
According to a report by Khaosod Online, the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) policy committee, chaired by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, has approved the establishment of four additional special economic zones. This expansion aims to support targeted industries, including modern automotive, electronics, digital technology, robotics, logistics, medical services, and the green economy.
The four new zones represent an initial investment value of approximately 25.66 billion baht. Officials anticipate that these developments will generate over 18,000 new jobs and aim to attract further projects worth 75 billion baht within the next six months. One of the designated sites is the E-Tech Smart Park in Ban Bueng District, Chon Buri.
For residents and expatriates, this development signals a potential shift in regional economic activity and infrastructure growth in the Eastern provinces. The expansion of these zones may lead to increased demand for local services and housing in the vicinity of the new industrial parks. However, specific timelines for the full operational status of each zone and the exact distribution of the 18,000 jobs remain to be confirmed as the projects move through the implementation phase. The EEC currently oversees 47 existing special economic zones, and this approval marks a continued effort to bolster Thailand's industrial competitiveness.
