Members of a Thai business delegation tour a shopping mall in Bao’an.
A delegation from IconSiam, a premier mixed-use development and major commercial landmark situated along Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River, conducted an in-depth visit to Bao’an District from March 13 to 14.
The visit focused on exploring potential collaborations in entertainment, commerce, and retail, aiming to foster stronger ties between the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and Southeast Asian business resources.
During their visit, the delegation toured key locations in Bao’an, including the Bao’an District Urban Planning Exhibition Hall, the OH Bay commercial area, Shenzhen Uniwalk Qianhai, Qianhai Huafa Ice and Snow World, and the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center area.
Hayapong Naviroj, executive director of IconSiam and CEO of the Sooksiam Project, speaking about the visit, said, “We are thrilled to have the opportunity to visit Shenzhen’s Bao’an District. The city is vibrant and technologically advanced, which has left a deep impression on us. Shenzhen is not far from Thailand and is a rapidly growing city with a young population, rapid technological development, and well-planned urban infrastructure.”
Detailing the potential for collaboration, Naviroj explained, “As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Thailand and China, we look forward to engaging in cultural exchanges and exploring development opportunities in China’s food retail and entertainment sectors.”
Recently, Shenzhen released a plan to establish five world-class commercial districts over the next 10 years in places including the Airport-Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center area and the Qianhai Bao’an CBD area.
Bao’an District is poised for significant growth over the next five years, with plans to release over 1 million square meters of land zoned for commercial and residential development. The district is also implementing policies to support businesses in developing landmark buildings with coastal-themed designs.(Wang Jingli)