Pheu Thai Clarifies Landbridge Project: Will Abandon if Unviable or Unwanted by Locals, Threatens Legal Action Against Defamers
Pheu Thai clarified its Landbridge project remains in feasibility study and will be abandoned if unviable or rejected by locals, while denying rumors about foreign land leases, casinos, and trillion-baht budgets.
The Pheu Thai Party has released an official clarification on its Landbridge project, firmly stating that if the initiative proves unviable or lacks public support, it will be shelved entirely. In a statement posted on May 11, 2569, the party dispelled multiple rumors, clarifying that the Landbridge project is distinct from the failed Special Economic Zones (SEC) legislation that was abandoned two parliamentary sessions ago. The party emphasized that no final investment decisions have been made, and the project currently remains in the feasibility study phase under a 90-day review led by Deputy Prime Minister Ekniti Nitithanprasert. The party denied three key allegations: that foreign nationals would be granted 99-year land leases, that casino operations would be permitted, and that a one trillion baht budget had been allocated. According to Pheu Thai, the project's objectives—if it proceeds—include positioning Thailand as a regional logistics hub, reducing maritime shipping times, enhancing competitiveness, and generating long-term economic growth and employment. Critically, the party stated that local and national public opinion will be the deciding factor in whether the project advances. Pheu Thai warned it would pursue legal action against anyone spreading false information or defaming the party regarding the project.
