Private sector in Phuket wants quick, self-funded vaccinations so it can reopen

13 Sept 10:41 Key points summarised by AI

Phuket's private sector is pushing for a self-funded vaccination program to inoculate 70% of its population.
The initiative aims to reopen the island to vaccinated foreign tourists by October 1st, coinciding with the start of the annual tourism season, to revive the devastated economy.
Businesses are urgently seeking government clarity on allowing vaccinated tourists to enter without quarantine, acceptable vaccines, and permission for local entities to procure their own vaccine supplies.
They stress the critical need for swift government policy support and responses to prevent widespread business bankruptcies and the acquisition of local properties by foreign investors.

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

20 Oct 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.