Korat Expo 2029 Venue Change Sparks Resident Protests in Thailand

Residents of Khong district, Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), Thailand, are strongly opposing a proposal to relocate the 2029 World Horticultural Expo from their district to Pak Chong. They have threatened to block roads if the move is approved. The conflict highlights the tension between local residents prioritizing the economic benefits of the original venue and authorities pushing for the relocation based on infrastructure and capacity considerations.