Suspected drug couriers killed in Phetchaburi; half a tonne of Ice seized
New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion
Exports for August rise 6.68 percent – the highest so far this year
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Exports for August rise 6.68 percent – the highest so far this year
13 Sept 11:02Key points summarised by AI
Thai exports in August surged by 6.68% to US$23.8 billion, marking the highest monthly growth recorded this year.
While overall exports for the first eight months increased by 10.03%, officials note that the ongoing US trade war has begun to affect some export categories.
New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion
20 Oct 11:38Key points summarised by AI
The Cabinet approved a new Bt50-billion 'A House for Each PLUS' home loan scheme from the Government Housing Bank, offering up to Bt3 million with 40-year repayment terms for low- and middle-income earners.
This initiative aims to significantly boost the property sector and national economy, projecting to generate Bt125 billion in economic activity and create jobs.