Thai and Dutch diplomats focused on Thai-EU FTA by year’s end
New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion
Most poll respondents doubt charter amendments would help boost economy
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Most poll respondents doubt charter amendments would help boost economy
14 Sept 02:21Key points summarised by AI
A majority of Thai poll respondents (32.14%) disbelieve that amending the Constitution will improve the national economy, asserting the issues are unrelated and economic progress hinges on effective government management.
The poll reveals that 46.67% of respondents attribute the current economic slowdown primarily to government inefficacy in addressing economic challenges, followed by high consumer prices and low incomes (29.21%).
While most doubt the link, a notable portion of respondents (22.38%) anticipate economic improvement from charter amendments, expecting a renewed government focus on economic problems.
New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion
Yesterday 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.