Bangkok: Pipat opened his home to welcome Huawei, listening to their ideas and updating them on digital technology. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Mr. Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, met with representatives from Huawei Technologies (Thailand) Co., Ltd., including Mr. William Zhang, Vice President of the Enterprise Business Group at Huawei, to discuss digital technology advancements pertinent to Thailand’s transportation sector. The meeting took place in the Ministry of Transport’s meeting room, where they exchanged ideas on enhancing transportation efficiency through modern technology.
According to Thai News Agency, the meeting was attended by key figures such as Mr. Chayatham Phromsorn, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport, and Mr. Jirarooj Sukulrat, Director of the Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning (OTP). These discussions focused on the potential application of digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve transportation services’ efficiency, safety, and quality.
Mr. Pipat highlighted the importance of embracing modern technology to benefit citizens’ daily lives, aiming to enhance convenience, safety, and cost-effectiveness in travel. The discussions aimed at identifying trends and innovations that could be integrated into future transportation systems across various modes, including land, rail, water, and air.
The exchange of ideas with Huawei covered topics such as traffic management and safety using digital technology and AI, real-time travel control and tracking systems, and efficient infrastructure management. This collaboration seeks to prepare for challenges like disasters or adverse weather conditions.
Mr. Pipat emphasized the value of incorporating insights from private sector technology experts to develop a modern and efficient transportation system that aligns with citizens’ needs. He expressed gratitude to Huawei for their ongoing commitment to knowledge sharing with the Thai government.
Additionally, the OTP provided an update on the framework for cooperation in human resource development and ICT knowledge exchange. This framework aims to enhance public sector personnel’s digital technology skills, improve digital infrastructure, and support innovation and research in the transportation sector.
This strategic framework is designed to prepare Thailand’s transportation sector for future advancements, ensuring that public sector personnel are equipped to leverage digital technologies effectively across land, rail, water, and air transportation systems.