Thai PM assures MPs of clear guidelines on how to spend one trillion baht loan

21 Sept 05:54 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha assured MPs of clear, transparent guidelines for a one trillion baht loan to combat COVID-19 impacts.
The loan primarily targets supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to avert widespread business failures and mass unemployment.
New measures will specifically assist emerging SMEs lacking experience in securing financial institution loans.
Debate also covers decrees for soft loans and bond stabilization, clarifying these utilize central bank reserves rather than increasing national debt.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Today 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.