BMA to extend operating hours of Chatuchak market to 7pm

14 Sept 19:37 Key points summarised by AI

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will extend Chatuchak weekend market's operating hours from 6 pm to 7 pm, catering to shoppers who prefer evening visits.
The market recently reopened after a two-month lockdown, experiencing a subdued atmosphere with most shops still closed and relatively few visitors, alongside some observed social distancing issues.
City Hall has waived rental fees for all shops for March, April, and May, and plans to negotiate with the State Railway of Thailand for further waivers through November to support traders.

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.