Most poll respondents do not want “digital wallet” means tested - NIDA Poll

25 Sept 01:49 Key points summarised by AI

A NIDA poll reveals 50.08% of respondents desire the 10,000 baht digital wallet benefit to be universally distributed to all Thais aged 16 and over, regardless of their wealth.
A significant majority (69.85%) of respondents oppose geographical restrictions on where the digital wallet funds can be spent, contradicting the government's proposed 4km radius rule.
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin reaffirmed the government's commitment to proceed with the digital wallet scheme, ensuring its legality and optimal benefit for the Thai people, and confirmed the use of the 'Pao tang' application for implementation.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Yesterday 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.