Thailand to launch package to help workers and businesses affected by closures

14 Sept 02:06 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's cabinet plans to roll out a relief package to support workers and businesses impacted by temporary COVID-19 related closures in Bangkok and other provinces.
The Finance Ministry proposes a 4,000 baht aid payment, distributed over two months, for affected workers.
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha indicated readiness for drastic action against the virus but stated it was not yet the right time to invoke an emergency decree.
Further measures include the indefinite closure of all national parks starting Wednesday and Siriraj Hospital suspending out-of-hours clinics due to the outbreak.

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

Yesterday 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.