Anutin emphasized that the World Horticultural Expo is stimulating the economy of Udon Thani and nearby provinces. He pointed out the government's goal that farmers must increase their income and that tourism should be leveraged to distribute earnings to local communities, spreading economic benefits.
At 11:15 a.m. on 3 November 2026, at the Montathip Hall International Convention Center in Mueang Udon Thani District, Udon Thani Province, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul spoke after the official Cabinet meeting outside Bangkok (Cabinet Retreat) about the World Horticultural Expo in Udon Thani. He said the event will continue until 14 March 2027 and is a key opportunity to promote tourism, enhance agricultural knowledge, and stimulate the economies of Udon Thani and neighboring provinces. He invited the public to visit the expo to enjoy its beauty and learn how to utilize various plant species to create economic opportunities. The government's goals include increasing farmers' income, raising the value of agricultural products, developing border areas into regional economic zones, generating community income through tourism, and ensuring public safety from drug problems. Relevant agencies have been tasked to expedite these missions.
The government is expanding the drug rehabilitation model in Udon Thani.
Anutin spoke about drug problem solutions, saying the government will take serious, comprehensive action encompassing suppression, prevention, and rehabilitation. He assigned the Royal Thai Police and Ministry of Interior as lead agencies to update databases and apply modern technology to improve efficiency, alongside coordinating with neighboring countries to address drug issues. For treatment and rehabilitation, the government will build upon the social rehabilitation center model in Udon Thani, involving the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security to provide continuous care and support for recovering addicts. This aims to create a safe and resilient society sustainably. The government seeks to develop all regions by focusing on their strengths and needs to best benefit the people. The Cabinet Retreat will rotate among regions, and after covering all areas, will consider visits to provinces with strong potential and responsiveness to public needs.