2. Objectives
The prime objective of this study was to investigate the prospect of cross-border trade between Thailand and neighboring countries and associated development potentials closer to the border regions. Specifically, this paper attempts to study the cross-border trade flows, patterns, trends, and contributing factors explaining the growth, impacts and significance of emerging border regions. The paper intends to examine the state of cross-border mobility and shopping, regional and BEZs development and identify potential border regions with enabling policies.