Thailand pushes Land Bridge as energy hub to guard against Hormuz risk
Energy Minister Akanat Promphan has unveiled plans to transform Thailand into a regional energy hub via the Land Bridge project, aiming to bolster energy security against global supply chain risks, particularly potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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