Most Thais don’t have enough savings to last for three months without job

11 Sept 07:30 Key points summarised by AI

A Suan Dusit Poll reveals that 83% of Thai people have less than three months' worth of savings, leaving them highly vulnerable in case of job loss or emergency.
Specifically, 48.32% of respondents have less than one month's salary saved, while 35.24% have between one and three months of savings.
Financial experts recommend having 6-12 months of basic income saved, a target far exceeding the current reality for most Thais.
Many Thais are struggling to build savings despite taking on multiple jobs and cutting expenses, illustrating the severe financial strain.
The poll also indicates a significant lack of public confidence, with 76.06% doubting the government's ability to manage economic impacts like US reciprocal tariffs.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.