Deputy Minister Defends 200 Million Baht PR Budget for World Horticultural Expo
Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Watcharapon Khaokham has defended a proposed 200 million baht public relations budget for the upcoming World Horticultural Expo, asserting its value.
At Government House, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Watcharapon Khaokham addressed public criticism regarding a request for an additional 200 million baht in public relations funding for the upcoming World Horticultural Expo. The budget increase has sparked debate over the necessity of such a significant expenditure for promotional activities.
Watcharapon, who also serves as a Pheu Thai Party MP for Udon Thani, defended the allocation, guaranteeing that the investment would be worthwhile. He emphasized that the funding is intended to ensure the event achieves its objectives and effectively promotes the horticultural sector on an international stage.
For residents and travelers, this development highlights the ongoing preparations for the expo, which is expected to be a major event. While the government maintains that the spending is justified to ensure the success of the exhibition, the allocation remains a point of political contention. It is currently unclear how the oversight of these funds will be managed or if the budget request will face further scrutiny from other government bodies or opposition groups. Observers should monitor future announcements to see if the budget is officially approved and how the promotional campaign is implemented as the event date approaches.
