A new bridge linking Mae Sot district of Tak to Myawaddy helps boost transport between the two countries. "We're selecting and examining operators' qualifications," he said, referring to a process required by the Greater Mekong Subregion Cross-Border Transport Agreement. The routes, which start from Myawaddy-Mae Sot border checkpoint are aimed at supporting international tourism and logistics, Mr Phiraphon said. Drivers from Thailand can begin their trips in Tak's Mae Sot district and cross the Thai-Myanmar Friendship Bridge to Myawaddy, Yangon and Thilawa port. Thailand has also signed the same cross-border transport agreement with Laos, Vietnam, Mr Phiraphon said.

Source: Bangkok Post June 01, 2019 01:52 UTC