Thai private sector to propose economy-boosting measures to PM on Sunday

13 Sept 12:13 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai Chamber of Commerce will submit a white paper to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, detailing measures to accelerate post-COVID-19 economic recovery.
Proposed measures include rapid nationwide COVID-19 vaccine distribution, extending existing co-payment and spending schemes, reducing household debt, and assisting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
The private sector also warned of impending increases in oil prices, which will raise production costs, and urged the government to mitigate the impact on public transport and the general cost of living.
Energy Minister Supattanapong Punmeechaow assured 100% vaccination coverage, sufficient COVID-19 medicine, and government efforts to reduce energy costs and attract up to one million foreign experts and investors to boost the economy.

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.