Thailand's $25 billion Kra Canal plan, connecting the Gulf of Thailand and the Sea of Myanmar, faces opposition from the US and Singapore. The canal aims to offer an alternative route, bypassing the crowded Strait of Malacca, reducing shipping costs, and benefiting China, Japan, and South Korea. The US and Singapore resist to protect their shipping and military interests. Despite economic benefits, the project remains stalled due to complex geopolitical factors and the high estimated cost. Thailand seeks Chinese investment, trusting in China's economic and infrastructure capabilities, expecting mutual benefits.

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