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Thailand plans competitive selection for new data centres
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Thailand is preparing a competitive approval process for new large-scale data centre projects, with applicants assessed on the benefits they would deliver to the national economy, while seeking to protect investments already under way from disruptive
Key facts
- Danucha Pichayanan, secretary-general of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), outlined the proposed approach at Government House on October 27, 2026.
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Summary
Danucha Pichayanan, secretary-general of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), outlined the proposed approach at Government House on October 27, 2026.
The framework would distinguish between operators whose facilities are under construction or awaiting opening and new applicants seeking permission to invest.