Thai Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, forecasted on Thursday that the nation’s economy could see a boost with GDP growth surpassing 3% in the final quarter of the current year.
During a televised address showcasing her government’s performance during its initial 3-month tenure, Prime Minister Paetongtarn underscored the planned extension of the government’s flagship $14 billion distribution program into its third phase commencing the subsequent year.
Furthermore, she emphasized that the Thai Government is poised to provide soft loans to community businesses and also vowed to build affordable accommodation in the capital for individuals earning a low income.
Capping off her address, Paetongtarn announced that consumers would be relieved with reduced energy prices in the upcoming year, as the Thai Government is dedicated to managing cost burdens for its citizens.