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Private sector skeptical over lockdown success, without mass screening, vaccinations

13 Sept 06:38 Key points summarised by AI

Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) chairman Supant Mongkolsuthree doubts the tightened lockdown measures in 13 provinces will contain COVID-19 without accelerated mass screening and vaccinations, predicting a 100 billion baht economic impact.
The FTI chairman strongly opposes a Wuhan-style lockdown for Bangkok, warning it would completely halt the production sector and devastate the national economy.
Despite private sector skepticism and concerns, Thailand’s Disease Control Department Director-General indicated a complete Wuhan-model lockdown might be imposed if the situation does not improve.

Today 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.