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Thailand targets data-centre loopholes after Bangkok fuel breach
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Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is closely monitoring the operation of data centres in urban areas amid concerns that some businesses may be exploiting regulatory loopholes, government spokesperson Rachada Dhanadirek said.
Key facts
- Some operators may be applying for construction permits by classifying their buildings as warehouses before installing equipment and operating them as data centres, she said
- The committee will hold its first meeting on Friday (September 4) to accelerate a review of relevant laws, regulations and government criteria
- Its 12 members will also include permanent secretaries and representatives of relevant agencies.
- Officials subsequently removed approximately 200,000 litres of fuel from the site, while the operator ended the unauthorised activity.
Summary
Some operators may be applying for construction permits by classifying their buildings as warehouses before installing equipment and operating them as data centres, she said. Such practices could leave gaps in safety and environmental oversight.
Anutin has appointed Deputy Prime Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas to chair the Data Centre Business Policy Committee, commonly referred to as the Data Centre Board.