A visual impression of POP Phuket, slated to open later this year.
Central Land and Development, a division of Central Group, is investing 730 million baht to launch two community malls in Pattaya and Phuket.
Pong Skuntanaga, president of Central Land and Development, said the war in the Middle East caused minimal impact in Phuket, reflecting the island's strong business potential as a top global destination.
The company recognised the potential of the Cherng Talay area on Phuket's west coast, where expatriates comprise up to 80% of residents, alongside a strong base of affluent tourists, he said.
Central Land and Development is investing 300 million baht to launch POP Phuket community mall in Cherng Talay.
