Major Tech Companies Look to Invest Billions in Thailand Amid China Tensions

Thailand may get $5B investments from Tesla, Google, Microsoft
Tesla looking into EV manufacturing facility in Thailand
Google and Microsoft eyeing data centers in Thailand
Thailand is Asia's 4th biggest vehicle manufacturer
Investments come as world reduces dependence on China amid trade tensions

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Posted 9/25/2023, 11:15:10 AM