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Finance minister presents B3.79 trillion deficit budget to parliament

The government and the opposition both expressed concern about Thailand's financial status when the finance minister presented his 2027 budget bill to parliament on Monday.

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Court to rule on July 9 on B400bn borrowing decree

The Constitutional Court said ‌on Wednesday that it will ⁠issue its ‌ruling on the ⁠legality of the government’s 400-billion-baht emergency borrowing ‌decree on July 9.

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Fast Pass scheme lifts nation's profile: PM

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has declared Thailand the most investment-ready country in the region following the launch of the Thailand Fast Pass programme on Tuesday, which is set to accelerate approvals and permits for investors.

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Thailand aims for high-income status within 12 years, targets top-20 competitiveness by 2030

Thailand has set an ambitious goal of escaping the middle-income trap and attaining high-income status within the next 12 years, under targets announced after the inaugural meeting of the Joint Public-Private Consultative Committee on Monday.

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Govt launches new Thailand Fast Pass to give investors an easier ride

The government will launch the "Thailand Fast Pass" scheme on Tuesday to accelerate major investments by cutting approval times and easing regulatory bottlenecks, says Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.

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New committee seeks to create reform agenda

The government is preparing to establish a national reform agenda for the next four years, according to Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.

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IMD ranking boost sparks reform drive

Thailand's rise in the latest IMD World Competitiveness Ranking has prompted the government to build on its strengths and address structural weaknesses to support long-term economic growth.

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Ekniti warns of energy risks despite US-Iran deal

Thailand has welcomed the ceasefire framework between the United States and Iran but warned that global energy markets could remain under pressure despite an easing of tensions in the Middle East.

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Cabinet extends e-withholding tax cut through 2027

The cabinet has approved an extension of the reduced e-withholding tax rate through 2027, which is expected to enhance business liquidity by roughly 27 billion baht.

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Thailand joining tax information sharing system

The cabinet has approved Thailand’s participation in an international tax information exchange framework to support adoption of the OECD-led global minimum tax on corporations.

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Mideast truce 'positive news'

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul welcomed the reported ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, describing it as a positive development that could help ease global uncertainties and support economic stability.

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Economy will recover, fuel prices may lag says finance minister

If the Middle East war ends, Thai and other world economies will start to recover but energy prices may not return to pre-war levels, Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas said on Monday.

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Ministry to review welfare card rules

The Finance Ministry will review the eligibility criteria for the state welfare card scheme following concerns that some elderly parents have been unfairly disqualified after their children claimed tax deductions on their behalf, despite not providing any financial support.

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Welfare rules need rethink

Without a clear understanding of its own policies, the government has turned an attempt to ensure that assistance reaches the "genuinely disadvantaged" into a bureaucratic weapon -- one that threatens to strain family relationships and pit parents against their children.

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Welfare rules spark backlash

A wave of public criticism has erupted over the government's revised eligibility criteria for the state welfare card programme, under which parents may lose their entitlement to benefits if their children claim tax deductions for parental support.

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Strong start to co-pay scheme

The Thais Help Thais co-payment scheme generated almost 1.1 billion baht in spending on its first day, reflecting strong public demand for government support as households continued to grapple with high living costs.

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Enthusiastic start for co-payment scheme

The government's consumer subsidy scheme, “Thais Help Thais Plus”, launched smoothly on Monday with buyers and merchants responding favourably, according to the finance minister.

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Cabinet approves relief scheme

The cabinet has approved the "Thais Help Thais Plus" programme together with additional support measures for vulnerable groups, with a combined budget of 176 billion baht, Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas announced on Tuesday.

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Thailand’s PM-elect names veterans to cabinet in bid to ‘bring confidence’

Economist Ekniti Nitithanprapas, executive Auttapol Rerkpiboon and diplomat Sihasak Phuangketkeow selected as ministers.

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Prospects for diesel tax cut extension remain unclear

The Excise Department is still uncertain whether it can extend the diesel excise tax cut under the interim government, says director-general Ekniti Nitithanprapas.

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Carbon tax steps gradually taking shape

The Excise Department wants to complete its study of carbon tax collection measures this year, says director-general Ekniti Nitithanprapas.

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Agency, Mercedes-Benz sign deal to promote EVs

The Excise Department and Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing (Thailand) on Friday signed a memorandum of understanding to promote the use of electric vehicles (EVs) under the government's subsidy scheme.

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Mercedes-Benz to make EVs in Thailand

Mercedes-Benz Group has committed to manufacturing electric vehicles in Thailand after signing an agreement to import its battery-powered cars as part of a government plan to bolster the country’s status as a clean automaking hub.

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Department considers EV battery subsidy

The Excise Department is mulling a subsidy to support the production of electric vehicle (EV) batteries, aiming to reduce the price of EVs, says director-general Ekniti Nitithanprapas.

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EV subsidy scheme tallies 25,000 units

The government's electric vehicle (EV) subsidy measure has registered 25,000 units, according to Excise Department director-general Ekniti Nitithanprapas.

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