Building Infrastructure, Strengthening Workforces How this Thai manufacturer is creating better jobs by building safer, low-carbon infrastructure By Ali Shahbaz and Chichi Osuagwu. Photos by Dextra Group.

Building Infrastructure, Strengthening Workforces How this Thai manufacturer is creating better jobs by building safer, low-carbon infrastructure By Ali Shahbaz and Chichi Osuagwu. Photos by Dextra Group. https://www.ifc.org/en/stories/2026/building-infrastructure-strengthening-workforces In March 2025, an earthquake struck Myanmar and sent tremors rolling south into Bangkok, Thailand. It lasted only seconds. For residents though, the effects were felt for much longer. Thai authorities ordered high-rise buildings across the city to be inspected.