Air pollution in Bangkok presents a complex challenge requiring strong linkages between policy formulation and implementation. This study aims to systematically analyze air pollution control strategies for Bangkok and develop actionable policy recommendations to bridge implementation gaps. A comprehensive SWOT analysis framework was applied to evaluate existing policies and strategies, drawing from 41 peer-reviewed publications and government documents (1991–2024) selected through a systematic PRISMA-guided review process. The key strengths identified include established energy efficiency initiatives and growing electric vehicle adoption programs. Significant weaknesses persist in charging infrastructure development and policy enforcement mechanisms. Promising opportunities exist in renewable energy integration and smart technology deployment for air quality monitoring. Principal threats include economic transition impacts, policy resistance from affected industries, and transboundary pollution challenges. On the basis of these findings, a phased implementation plan was developed incorporating successful case studies from cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, and Shanghai that achieved significant pollution reductions through zero-emission zones, smart city initiatives, and green infrastructure. Effective air pollution control in Bangkok requires consolidating fragmented responsibilities through centralized management authority, anticorruption measures, public–private partnerships, regional cooperation on transboundary pollution, and community-based sustainable transportation initiatives. This comprehensive approach provides a roadmap for policymakers to enhance air quality while promoting sustainable urban development.
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