Regional

Phuket Fish Market Set for Expansion and Port Upgrades

PHUKET: Plans to expand the role of Phuket’s main fish market and improve facilities at the island’s fishing port were outlined during a visit by Deputy Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Piyarat Tiyapairat on Saturday (Aug 1).

3 Aug The Phuket News

PHUKET: Plans to expand the role of Phuket’s main fish market and improve facilities at the island’s fishing port were outlined during a visit by Deputy Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Piyarat Tiyapairat on Saturday (Aug 1).

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