Ministers endorse plans to develop new special economic zones in Mekong

Ministers endorse plans to develop new special economic zones in Mekong

A vendor selling different products in a market in Thailand. The GMS ministers called for a Transport and Trade Facilitation Action Program to enhance the cross-border flow of goods and people, and for a coordinated approach to developing urban areas. (visual from ADB via MBT)

Government ministers and senior officials attending the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) Seventh Economic Corridors Forum last week agreed on measures to promote the development of economic corridors, facilitate cross-border transport and trade, and enhance cooperation and private sector participation.

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