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00:00Some people say this is another province of China, as the streets are filled with Chinese-owned shops, restaurants, and services,
00:08making it a busy spot for Chinese migrants.
00:11You will even find special money exchange booths just for them.
00:15Here is Pracharaat Bumpen Road in Huai Khwang, and now it's called Bangkok's second Chinatown.
00:21Unlike the older Chinatown in Yawarat, this area is home to new waves of Chinese who mostly don't speak Thai.
00:28Many came to Thailand for travel, study, or work, but stayed longer after seeing business opportunities.
00:35While the area thrives with Chinese investment, some locals worry about the money staying within the Chinese community,
00:42with less reaching to Thai locals.
00:45The property prices have skyrocketed, with some buildings even selling for up to 16 million baht,
00:52making it unaffordable for Thai residents.
00:55What are your thoughts on this new Chinatown?