1、Conference on Logistics and Tourism Promotion Along the China-Laos-Thailand RailwayCo-hosted by The Foreign Affairs Office of the Peoples Government of Yunnan Province,ChinaPlanned and Hosted by The Consulate General of the Peoples Republic of China in Khon KaenOrganized by Mekong InstituteAugust 19
2、,2025,Pullman Hotel,Khon Kaen,ThailandCross-Border Tourism Potential along the China-Laos-Thailand Railway CorridorByDee Suvimol ThanasarakijExecutive Director,Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office(MTCO)AgendaRail Tourism:Rising Travel TrendChinaLaosThailand Rail:Status&MomentumStrategies for Enhancing
3、 Cross-Border Tourism Facilitation4Key Takeaways for Immediate Actions123Rail Tourism:Rising Global&APAC TrendRail Tourism:Rising Global&APAC TrendGlobal Rise Driven by slow travel,sustainability,comfortAPAC Leads Strong inbound growth&immersive journeysExperience Focus Luxury,heritage,scenic routes
4、 as attractionsSolo Travel Boom+4 searches since 2020;rails offer privacy&social optionsChinaLaosThailand Rail:Status&Momentum 50+million passengers 50+million passengers carried on the ChinaLaos Railway since launch(as of Apr 2025).Thailand Phase 2 approved Thailand Phase 2 approved(Feb 4,2025):Nak
5、hon Ratchasima Nong Khai,341.35B THB(USD 9.8B),completion 20252032.Will link Bangkok Will link Bangkok Kunming via LaosKunming via Laos,forming a seamless high-speed corridor for passengers and tourism.Add photoTourism Opportunities:ChinaLaosThailand RailwayFor Countries Expanded tourism revenue bas
6、e Boost to secondary&rural destinations Stimulus for regional supply chains Investment attraction Strengthened regional integration For Local Communities Job creation Community-based tourism growth Skills development Cultural preservation&promotion For TouristsSeamless multi-country journeysCost-eff