Strategic Roadmap for an Inclusive Southern Thailand–Northern Malaysia Economic Corridor

Overview & Synopsis

This report presents a strategic roadmap for establishing an inclusive economic corridor between Southern Thailand and Northern Peninsular Malaysia, focusing on the priority sectors of agribusiness, tourism, and logistics. Developed through extensive stakeholder consultations, the roadmap identifies opportunities to strengthen cross-border cooperation, enhance value creation, improve connectivity, and promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth. It proposes phased implementation through sector action plans and quick-win initiatives that support SMEs, local communities, and private sector participation. The roadmap emphasizes coordinated governance, investment, conflict-sensitive development, and stronger institutional collaboration to transform the corridor into a platform for regional integration, economic resilience, and shared prosperity.