The second phase of the government’s 10,000-baht handout programme, coming just days before provincial elections, will inevitably be viewed as vote-buying by some people, People’s Party MP Pakornwut Udompipatskul said on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post

Bangkok

Thailand

PM to launch second phase of B10,000 cash handout Monday

The second phase of the 10,000-baht cash handout scheme starts on Monday when Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra kicks off the campaign. About three million people aged 60 and over will be eligible for the cash, said Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat on Sunday.

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The government emphasizes that economic stimulus is essential and has been continuously implementing such measures, Paetongtarn said. BANGKOK, Thailand – Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra launched the second phase of a cash handout program for senior citizens on Monday, distributing 10,000 baht ($290) to over 3 million people aged 60 and above in a bid to stimulate the economy. The Prime Minister presided over the launch event at Govern…

Pattaya Mail

Pattaya City

Bang Lamung District

Chon Buri

Thai Prime Minister launches second phase of cash handout for elderly to boost economy

Picture courtesy: Thai Rath Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has reaffirmed his commitment to the digital wallet scheme, aiming to complete the latest instalments by the end of April, a timeline poised for the third phase of handouts. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to invig...

ASEAN NOW formerly Thai Visa Forum

Thaksin Prioritises Handouts to Boost Economy

The second phase of Thailand’s 10,000-baht (S$400) cash handout scheme begins on Monday (29 Jan) with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra officially launching the campaign. According to Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat, the scheme will benefit approximately three million citizens aged 60 and above who meet the eligibility criteria. Mr Julapun explained that eligible recipients must have an annual income below 840,000 baht and total d…

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