The premier, who also doubles as finance minister, visited the southern province on Friday to follow up on the Transport Ministry’s proposal to build a new airport in Phang Nga to boost tourism in the Andaman coast to the west of Thailand. The provinces that lie along the Andaman coast are Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi and Ranong.
Srettha was accompanied by Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit and Tourism and Sports Minister Sudawan Wangsupakitkosol. The team was welcomed by Phang Nga governor Ekarat Leesen and representatives of local administration and private sector.
“This project is good for people in the South, who will benefit from the comprehensive infrastructure that supports future expansion in tourism industry,” Srettha said. “The government also aims to develop the transport system linking the new Andaman airport to Phuket…
