Malaysia to help boost road, rail networks in push for closer ties

>>The government is forging closer cooperation with Malaysia on infrastructure improvement and cross-border connectivity, focusing on linking roads and rails, says Transport Minister Suriya Juengrunreangkit.

- SUPOJ WANCHAROEN

He welcomed his Malaysian counterpart, Anthony Loke, in Bangkok on Friday and both ministers exchanged views on how to enhance transport networks between both countries for speedier and safer travel and freight.

Afterwards, Mr Suriya said key outcomes of the meeting included an agreement to expedite two memorandums of understanding concerning cross-border transport: one for goods and another for passengers.

The main goal is to sign both MoUs by July to support economic activities, resolve freight transport issues and ease travel for citizens.