Local push-back Our second of a six-part series on special economic zones looks at the planned development of the SEZ in Trat province, which borders Cambodia.
Wichan Khantuwarn, 65, a native of Trat, has felt uneasy since he learned of the government's decision to set up special economic zones (SEZs) and name the small, easternmost province as one of 10 designated...
"Koh Chang, Koh Kut and Koh Mak have been the most famous tourism destinations for many decades," he says. "More importantly, Trat is well-known for economically important fruits such as durian, rambutan...
He says only four of the 13 target industries are suitable for Trat: agro-industry and fishery; industrial estates; logistics; and tourism. Most factories in Trat are engaged in processing fruits or frozen...