APCD Supports 'Friendly Taxi for All' Project by the Department for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEP), Bangkok, Thailand, 29 March 2018
APCD Executive Director Mr. Piroon Laismit with other officials welcoming Gen. Surasak Srisak (Vice Minister, Ministry of Social Development and Human Security)
Pre-project launch meeting with various government officials including Gen. Surasak,
Mr. Somkid Somsri (Director General, DEP), Mr. Jirasak Siephomma (Deputy Director
General, DEP), Mr. Cherdchai Sanunsrisakorn (Deputy Director General, Administration,
Department of Land Transport), and Dr. Tibordee Wattanakul (Director, Tax Standard
and Development Office, Ministry of Finance), among others
Mr. Somkid delivering his welcome remarks
Gen. Surasak giving his opening speech and presiding over the launch of the
'Friendly Taxi for All' pilot project
Wheelchair users attending the event
Gen. Surasak, with Mr. Somkid and Mr. Piroon, being interviewed by the media
Gen. Surasak pressing the key to the podium symbolizing the formal launch
of the Project
Wheelchair user trying out the accessible taxi during a demonstration
Wheelchair user enjoying the accessible features of a prototype 'taxi for all' unit
Presentation of a prototype motorized tricycle which allows wheelchair users
free mobility
A wheelchair user trying out the accessible motorized tricycle
Group photo of all VIP guests
VIP guests viewing the outdoor exhibition booths on accessibility
Presentation of the Krungthep Thanakom wheelchair accessible van
Group photo with VIP guests and children wheelchair users