Governor eyes China partners

Phuket Governor Sophon Suwanarat recently led a delegation to Guangdong Province, China, on a study visit focused on advanced cancer treatment, modern urban development and green technology, with the aim of improving public health services and supporting Phuket's vision as a smart, low-carbon city.

- The Phuket News [e-mail]

Last Saturday (June 21), Governor Sophon was joined by key provincial officials and business leaders, including Thanusak Phuengdet, President of the Andaman Chamber of Commerce; and Kongsak Khoopongsakorn, President of the Phuket Chamber of Commerce.

Also joining the tour were Somkid Chokong, Advisor to the Governor of Phuket, and Phuket Provincial Chief Administrative Officer (Palad) Thiraphong Chuaychu.

The group visited the Guangzhou RoyalLee Cancer Center, where they were welcomed by Li Min, Chairman of the Board of Directors. The hospital presented its integrated approach to cancer treatment, combining Western and Chinese medicine, and highlighted its expertise in precision radiother-apy, minimally invasive therapy, nuclear medicine, palliative care and integrative oncology, said an official report of the tour.

The centre is accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI) and recognised as a top-tier, 3A-level specialised cancer hospital in China, the report added.

The delegation also toured the Guangzhou Taihe Cancer Hospital, the first in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Special Economic Zone to offer two proton therapy systems: the Varian ProBeam and IBA Proteus+.