Thailand's High-Speed Rail Project: China Route Faces Delays and Budget Overruns
Thailand's ambitious 1.78 trillion baht high-speed rail network plan is facing significant challenges, particularly the first phase with China. After nine years, only 55% of the Bangkok-Nong Khai line is complete, with costs projected to exceed 179 billion baht. The opening is now expected after 2031, raising concerns about the overall project timeline and budget.
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