Thailand is reviving a long-planned “land bridge” project across its southern peninsula after disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz highlighted risks to global shipping routes, reports Reuters. The proposed $31 billion initiative would link two deep-sea ports via road, rail, and energy infrastructure, creating an alternative to the congested Malacca Strait.
The government plans to seek investor support—potentially including Singapore—and could submit the proposal for approval mid-2026. Officials see the project as a major economic opportunity, though it still faces regulatory hurdles and local resistance.
