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Govt mulls reducing taxes for workers
News, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 22/11/2025
» The government is considering reducing the tax burden for salaried workers and low-income earners.
Income taxes may dip on trend, as VAT hikes
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 18/01/2025
» Global trends are shifting towards reducing income taxes and increasing consumption and wealth taxes, according to finance permanent secretary Lavaron Sangsnit.
Finance Minister Pichai sees B3tn for stimulus funds
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 14/11/2024
» The government has a budget of up to 3 trillion baht available for economic stimulus over the next four years, says Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira.
Finance Ministry pegs growth goal at 3.5%
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 31/10/2024
» The Finance Ministry has set a lofty economic growth target of 3.5% a year.
Trying to create a fairer property tax
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 13/06/2024
» The Finance Ministry is reviewing the Land and Building Tax Act. Public hearings were conducted to gather opinions from the public and stakeholders.
Pichai takes finance helm
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 08/05/2024
» Newly appointed Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira has vowed to expedite efforts to deal with household debt, revive the economy and increase individuals' income.
Thailand begins OECD membership process
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 18/04/2024
» Thailand has developed a roadmap to become a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), a group of developed countries, aiming to elevate the country’s standards and broaden trade and investment opportunities.
Thai deposits fall for first time in a decade
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/11/2023
» The value of deposits under the Deposit Protection Agency (DPA) fell by 1.32% year-on-year, the first decline in a decade, attributed to a fragile economy and war in the Middle East, says DPA president Songpol Chevapanyaroj.
Anti-graft body eyes digital handout plan
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 12/10/2023
» The government has reiterated its assurances that its 10,000-baht digital wallet handout will follow all relevant laws, adding that scrutiny of the programme is always welcome.
GH Bank keen to target the wealthy segment
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 07/01/2023
» Government Housing Bank (GH Bank) wants to tap wealthy customers by offering high-value savings lotteries, aiming to become a new choice for people looking to diversify investment risk and earn a decent return amid a possible global recession and high inflation rate.