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Why Thailand Plans to Stretch the National Budget in 2025

Why Thailand Plans to Stretch the National Budget in 2025

By James Guild
Bangkok has embarked on a course of deficit spending, in the hope of reaping economic dividends over the remainder of the decade.

Thai PM Confirms ‘Digital Wallet’ Will Go Ahead, Flags Cash Payments

Thai PM Confirms ‘Digital Wallet’ Will Go Ahead, Flags Cash Payments

By Sebastian Strangio
The Pheu Thai Party's controversial 450 billion baht stimulus program has been criticized as wasteful and fiscally irresponsible.
Thailand to Begin Enrollment for Massive Stimulus Program Next Month

Thailand to Begin Enrollment for Massive Stimulus Program Next Month

By Sebastian Strangio
The government will begin distributing 10,000 baht payments in the fourth quarter, but questions remain about the efficacy of the "digital wallet" program.

Does Thailand’s Plan to Finance Its 500 Billion Baht Stimulus Make Sense?

Does Thailand’s Plan to Finance Its 500 Billion Baht Stimulus Make Sense?

By James Guild
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's government has struggled to fund its massive "digital wallet" stimulus program.

Thailand’s Stimulus Program on Schedule for May Launch, PM Says

Thailand’s Stimulus Program on Schedule for May Launch, PM Says

By Sebastian Strangio
There is still a lack of clarity about the government's plans to take out foreign loans to fund the $14.3 billion scheme.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Thailand’s Economic Quagmire: Lagging Growth and Political Turbulence

Thailand’s Economic Quagmire: Lagging Growth and Political Turbulence

By Prem Singh Gill
Once hailed as a regional economic powerhouse, Thailand now grapples with challenge that could jeopardize both its financial and political stability.

Will Cash Stimulus Jump-Start the Thai Economy?

Will Cash Stimulus Jump-Start the Thai Economy?

By James Guild
Economic recovery from COVID-19 has been sluggish, but there might be better ways to kickstart consumer spending.
Despite Criticisms, Thailand to Press Ahead With $13.8 Billion Stimulus Plan

Despite Criticisms, Thailand to Press Ahead With $13.8 Billion Stimulus Plan

By Sebastian Strangio
The plan, which will disperse 10,000-baht payments to 50 million Thais, has been come under fire from economists and the political opposition.

Thailand’s 560 Billion Baht Economic Stimulus Plan, Explained

Thailand’s 560 Billion Baht Economic Stimulus Plan, Explained

By James Guild
The incoming administration of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has hinted at a structural shift away from the country's export-led economic model.

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