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MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR GENERAL

OF THE CITY PLANNING AND URBAN
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

MR. ASA THONGTHAMMACHART

In Fiscal Year 2025, the City Planning and Urban Development Department continued “DIRECTOR GENERAL,
to advance its mission in urban planning and development with the aim of guiding
Bangkok’s growth in a balanced, inclusive, and sustainable manner. Our efforts remain CITY PLANNING AND
firmly focused on enhancing the quality of life and well-being of the city’s residents
across all dimensions. URBAN DEVELOPMENT

Our achievements over the past year include significant progress on the Draft Bangkok DEPARTMENT
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Comprehensive Plan (4 Revision), the revitalization of the historic urban cores in
both Phra Nakhon and Thon Buri sides of the city, and the strategic development of -ASA
sub-centers in suburban districts such as Lat Krabang and Bang Khun Thian.
Furthermore, we have harnessed the power of big data, innovation, and Geographic THONGTHAMMACHART”
Information Systems (GIS) to bolster policy-level decision-making, ensuring our urban
strategies are data-driven and responsive to the evolving needs of the public.

Central to our success is a commitment to participatory planning. By engaging
stakeholders across the public, private, and civil society sectors, we ensure that our
efforts in urban conservation, revitalization, and development are inclusive. This
collaborative spirit fosters a sense of collective ownership, which is vital for driving
Bangkok’s long-term stability and resilience.
As a megacity, Bangkok today faces complex challenges—from demographic shifts and
economic volatility to environmental pressures and emerging technological threats.
Future urban planning must be both visionary and adaptive, strengthening the links
between people, places, and opportunities to support urban living for generations to
come.

As Director General, I am committed to strengthening the organization by fostering
a culture of continuous learning, integrated collaboration, and data-driven
decision-making. At the same time, we remain dedicated to enhancing the capacity of
our personnel at all levels to effectively address emerging challenges. I am confident
that through shared knowledge, commitment, and collective effort, we will continue to
advance urban planning and development with stability and purpose. Together, we will
realize our vision of a charming, livable metropolis—a city of opportunity for everyone.