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Taking a huge gamble
News, Post Reporters, Published on 25/11/2023
» The ruling Pheu Thai Party may be teetering on the brink in pushing its much-touted digital wallet scheme which is highly controversial as it is fiercely debatable.
Analysis: Move Forward takes step back
News, Post Reporters, Published on 18/11/2023
» The main opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) is struggling to live up to its name as it is mired in internal strife, which is eating away at its popularity, according to political analysts.
New export markets to be tapped
Post Reporters, Published on 18/11/2023
» The government is stepping up efforts to boost exports as part of its "quick win" policy to revitalise the economy.
Bhumjaithai backs ‘lawful’ digital wallet scheme
Post Reporters, Published on 16/11/2023
» The Bhumjaithai Party, as a member of the Pheu Thai-led coalition government, will support the 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme as long as it is lawful, Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Thursday.
Pay boost plan needs 'more time'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 10/11/2023
» The government needs more time to consider input from experts in relevant agencies before pushing ahead with the plan to raise the wages of low-salaried civil servants, said Deputy Prime Minister Pranpree Bahiddha-Nukara yesterday.
PM doubles down on digital wallet
Post Reporters, Published on 05/11/2023
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Saturday insisted the government will not back out of its digital money handout, saying details will become clear on Friday.
Kittirat mocks 10K critics
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/10/2023
» Controversy over the government's 10,000-baht digital wallet handout has escalated, with the prime minister's chief adviser labelling critics of the scheme as "econometrics archaeologists".
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.