Thailand's 'Land Bridge' Project Scrapped Amid Fiscal Risks and Profitability Concerns
The Thai cabinet has effectively shelved the long-debated 'Land Bridge' project, citing significant fiscal burdens and questionable profitability. Strengthening existing port infrastructure has been suggested as an alternative.
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