The study tour is part of a broader training initiative organised by the Ministry of Transport, targeting government officials and employees from state enterprises, explained an official report of the visit.
The programme spans from May 27 to August 16, focusing on enhancing expertise in transportation and tourism sectors across the southern Andaman provinces, specifically Phuket and Krabi.
The study tour in Phuket, themed ‘Guidelines for Economic Development in Phuket Province with Transportation’, focuses on practical insights and recommendations to support Phuket’s economic growth trajectory, the official report noted. The study tour in Phuket concludes today (July 18).
The meeting at Provincial Hall yesterday commenced with an address from Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat, emphasising the importance of collaborative efforts between local authorities and national agencies in driving sustainable economic growth in Phuket.
Jantira Buruspat, Chief Inspector-General of the Ministry of Transport, led the delegation of 34 high-level executives in discussions aimed at exploring transportation strategies to bolster tourism and economic activities in the region, said the official report of the visit.
Adcha Buachan, Chief of the Phuket Land Transport Officer (PLTO), and Natchapong Pranit, Chief of the Phuket Marine Office, were among the local officials present to engage in dialogue and provide insights into regional transportation challenges and opportunities, the report added.
However, no specific details of which policies were discussed were reported.