The drive to establish Bangkok as a multinational hub has gained momentum, with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) expressing intent to garner government backing for the initiative. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, yesterday, announced the intent to align the BMA’s policy with that of the government to stimulate the city’s economy and job creation.
In a press briefing, Chadchart illustrated the importance of cities as labour markets.
“People inhabit urban regions due to job availability. To facilitate job creation, it is imperative to lure international companies to Bangkok. The presence of high-grade companies will invariably lead to job creation. This initiative will have a trickle-down effect benefiting local rental property owners, taxi operators, restaurateurs and even farmers.”
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