Thai Geologists Urge Government to Accelerate Domestic Oil & Gas Exploration, Citing Potential 7-8% GDP Growth
The Geological Society of Thailand is strongly urging the government to accelerate the exploration of domestic oil and gas resources. The society suggests that successful development could potentially boost Thailand's GDP by 7-8% annually and enhance energy security.
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