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Move Forward MP says government overestimating benefit of digital wallet scheme

23 Sept 14:41 Key points summarised by AI

Move Forward MP Chaiwat Sathawornwichit claims the government overestimates the digital wallet scheme's economic benefits, arguing its implementation is ill-timed during an expanding economy.
Chaiwat disputes the government's projected fiscal multiplier, asserting it will be a mere 0.2% rather than the claimed three-fold increase, referencing similar ineffective schemes abroad.
He attributes Thailand's economic slowdown to a 10-month decline in exports, primarily due to China's contraction, suggesting the digital wallet is not the appropriate solution.
The MP criticizes the scheme's restrictive 4km spending radius, predicting funds will primarily benefit large corporations over local SMEs and divert resources from other crucial projects.

Yesterday 12:30 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.