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A matter of survival
News, Published on 22/05/2023
» Political observers were surprised by the Move Forward Party's victory in the May 14 election and that the Pheu Thai Party came runner-up in the race.
Fitch upbeat on post-poll outlook for bank sector
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 18/05/2023
» Pro-growth policies and the absence of protests after the election are positive signs for Thai banks and the economy, but uncertainties remain as the winning parties try to form a coalition government, says global financial information provider Fitch Group.
Bourse dips despite election landslide
Business, Published on 16/05/2023
» Sentiment surrounding the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) was downbeat on Monday, despite Sunday's landslide election win, as investors dumped shares related to politics and big-cap stocks that might be adversely affected by the policies of the Move Forward Party, analysts say.
Practice what you preach
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 15/05/2023
» Political parties promised several populist pledges for the general election to entice voters, including a controversial 10,000-baht handout via digital wallets to those aged 16 and over; a hike in minimum daily wages to 600 baht; an increase of minimum monthly salaries for university graduates to 25,000 baht; debt suspension for farmers; an immediate cut in electricity tariffs; and a rise in the monthly allowance for people aged 60 and over to 3,000-5,000 baht, up from 600-1,000 baht.
Ministry estimates B2tn available for party pledges
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 15/05/2023
» The new government will have room to spend at least 2 trillion baht to fulfil its populist campaign pledges, according to a Finance Ministry source who requested anonymity.
Thai economic revival at stake in poll
Oped, Pavida Pananond, Published on 11/05/2023
» As voters go to the poll this Sunday, everything that matters for the people of this country is on the line, from structural reforms of political institutions and a constitutional rewrite to welfare policies to address income inequality.
Household debt in election focus
Published on 09/05/2023
» Kavita Wongyakasem runs a small business in Bangkok, owns a two-storey house in Nonthaburi, drives a pickup truck, and sends her two daughters to good schools.
The critical first 100 days
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 08/05/2023
» Business leaders have begun to think about the outlook for Thailand in the first 100 days under a new administration, with the poll less than a week away.
PPRP vows to stimulate economic growth
News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/05/2023
» The Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) on Thursday pledged to spur the country's economic growth with various projects, including injecting money into its old village fund, lowering energy costs and setting up a national energy resources organisation to handle natural gas and oil concessions.
Populist plans under fire
News, Published on 05/05/2023
» The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has voiced deep concerns over the likelihood of corruption cases resulting from the push for unrealistic populist policies by parties to win the upcoming election.