For example, she said, stalls in the China Town, or Yaowarat, area should be in the style of Chinese pavilions, while stalls on Khao San Road should be designed as Thai pavilions. If authorities get rid of all street stalls in Bangkok, more than 10,000 businesses would be affected. “We just intend to regulate the footpaths in Yaowarat and Khao San Road. The Nation reported this week that Yaowarat and Khao San Road would be the next targets for the pavement management operation and that street vendors would be cleared from the area. While many believe the stalls make cheap food and products easily available, others find street stalls an inconvenience and even a threat to their safety.

Source: The Nation Bangkok April 19, 2017 18:00 UTC