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New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion
Chinese New Year’s day declared a special public holiday in Thailand
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Chinese New Year’s day declared a special public holiday in Thailand
24 Sept 12:59Key points summarised by AI
Thailand has declared Chinese New Year (February 12th) a special public holiday, with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha encouraging increased spending to stimulate the economy.
The government will actively monitor prices in both physical stores and online to prevent vendors from exploiting consumers with price hikes or misleading advertisements during the festive period.
New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion
20 Oct 11:38Key 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.