No fixed deadline for the elderly to subscribe to Chim-Shop-Chai program

13 Sept 09:47 Key points summarised by AI

The third phase of the "Chim-Shop-Chai" program reserves a special quota of 500,000 spots for elderly people.
The Finance Ministry has removed any subscription deadline for elderly participants, aiming to reduce pressure and allow ample time to register.
Despite social media claims of low uptake, 280,000 elderly individuals have already subscribed within the first three days, combining both the special and main quotas.
The "Chim-Shop-Chai" economic stimulus package, which provides spending money and rebates, has seen significant success in its previous phases.

New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion

Today 11:38 Key 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.