In a remarkable display of national solidarity, Thailand has garnered resounding support from multiple sectors nationwide for its bid to host the prestigious “Expo 2028 Phuket Thailand.” The groundswell of backing comes ahead of the official announcement of the selected host country on June 21, 2023. Thailand faces stiff competition from other contenders, including Argentina, Serbia, Spain, and the United States.
Since the onset of this year, the Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (Public Organization), widely known as TCEB, has orchestrated an extensive campaign to rally support. The efforts have yielded exceptional results, with numerous communication channels now abuzz with messages showcasing an unwavering commitment to Thailand’s bid. Product labels, billboards, ATM screens, websites, and social media platforms have become canvases for large conglomerates and corporations to declare their endorsement publicly.
Notably, the business enterprises lending their weight to the support campaign are all prominent blue-chip companies listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. Spanning diverse sectors such as agriculture, banking, construction, petrochemicals, energy, retail, healthcare, telecommunications, blockchain technology, airlines, hotels, and food and beverages, these conglomerates have united in backing Thailand’s bid. Among the stalwarts supporting the campaign are three significant private sector associations – The Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trade of Thailand, the Federation of Thai Industries, and the Thai Bankers Association.
The media landscape of Thailand has also wholeheartedly embraced the ambitious vision of Phuket becoming the first Southeast Asian and South Asian destination to host a world-scale expo. Broadcasters, print publications, and online news outlets have consistently featured interviews with TCEB President, extensively covered the bid, aired TCEB’s expo video, and prominently displayed expo banners, underscoring their unwavering support.
Should Thailand emerge victorious in securing the bid, the nation will host “Expo 2028 Phuket Thailand” from March 20 to June 17, 2028. The sprawling 141-rai plot of land in Mai Khao Subdistrict, Thalang District, located in the northern part of Phuket island, has been earmarked as the venue for this grand event. The expo’s theme, “Future of Life – Living in Harmony, Sharing Prosperity,” sets the stage for a global exploration of innovations and ideas that will shape our collective destiny. In a post-expo transformation, Thailand plans to develop the site into an internationally recognized medical and public health centre, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable development.
As Thailand’s bid campaign gains momentum, it is paramount that supporters around the world rally behind this historic endeavour. Together, we can help Thailand secure its rightful place as the host of “Expo 2028 Phuket Thailand.” Visit https://support.expo2028thailand.com to join the movement and show your unwavering support.
Written by: Supaporn Pholrach (Joom)
