Finance Ministry to roll out “Easy e-Receipt” to boost consumption

12 Sept 02:32 Key points summarised by AI

The Finance Ministry will launch the "Easy e-Receipt" scheme, offering consumers an income tax deduction of up to 50,000 baht for eligible product and service spending to boost domestic consumption.
The scheme covers spending from January 1 at stores issuing electronic receipts, excludes specific goods like alcohol and fuel, and provides tax reductions for the 2025 tax year, payable in early 2026.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Yesterday 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.