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Ousted Move Forward MP wooed by tiny Thai Civilized party
Post Reporters, Published on 05/11/2023
» The Thai Civilized Party - which did not win a House seat in the May 14 election - is seeking the enrolment of an MP for Prachin Buri who was ousted from the election-winning Move Forward Party over alleged sexual harassment.
PM puts faith in deputy to front e-wallet scheme
Post Reporters, Published on 29/10/2023
» Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin has defended his deputy Julapun Amornvivat against criticism of his ability to lead the government's sub-committee overseeing the launch of the 10,000-baht digital money handout scheme.
Anti-graft body to look at digital wallet loopholes
Post Reporters, Published on 26/10/2023
» The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has resolved to look into possible loopholes in the government’s digital wallet programme that could lead to corruption costing taxpayers hundreds of billions of baht.
Election Commission asked to probe digital money handout
Post Reporters, Published on 23/10/2023
» Former senator Rosana Tositrakul has asked the Election Commission to investigate the legality of the government's planned 10,000-baht digital money handout.
Details still hazy on digital handout
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 23/10/2023
» Since the cabinet led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin was sworn into office almost seven weeks ago, the administration has faced numerous incidents, testing the vows it made to the public on the campaign trail.
Digital money handout to be delayed
Post Reporters, Published on 19/10/2023
» The government cannot hand out 10,000 baht in digital money to people on Feb 1 as planned earlier because it will take longer to develop a secure system, according to Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat.
Govt's cash bonus to be paid through 'super app'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/10/2023
» The development of a "super app" will be completed in time for the rollout of the 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme tentatively scheduled for early next year, said the deputy minister of finance.
Public keen on cash bonus: poll
News, Post Reporters, Published on 16/10/2023
» The majority of Thais want the Pheu Thai-led government to go ahead with the 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme as planned, though some are worried about its long-term impact on the economy, a survey carried out by the National Institute of Development Administration found.
10K handout supporters target critics
News, Post Reporters, Published on 12/10/2023
» Supporters of the 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme on Wednesday dismissed criticism of the policy by economic experts, saying the cash handout would reduce disparity and provide a much-needed economic lifeline to the poor.
Critics of handout fail to faze premier
News, Post Reporters, Published on 07/10/2023
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said on Friday the government will persevere with its 10,000-baht digital wallet handout scheme for all Thai citizens over 16 years old despite experts' criticisms.