“Thailand plans to open bidding in December for eight civil-works contracts covering the second phase of the Thai–Chinese high-speed railway between Nakhon Ratchasima and Nong Khai.”
“The 357.12-kilometre route will have five stations and an investment budget of 341.35 billion baht [~US$10bn]. Construction is expected to begin in 2027 and be completed in 2031, extending the high-speed network from Bangkok to Nong Khai.”
“The committee also reviewed the first phase between Bangkok and Nakhon Ratchasima, which covers 250.77 kilometres, includes six stations and has an investment budget of 179.41 billion baht.”
“Phiphat said officials were monitoring progress and addressing obstacles in the railway cooperation project between the Thai and Chinese governments.”
“Once completed, the wider network will connect Bangkok, northeastern Thailand and Nong Khai, strengthening links with Laos and China and supporting Thailand’s regional transport, tourism and logistics role.”