Government eyes 2026 GDP revision as war risks ease
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas says Thailand may revise its 2026 GDP forecast if the Middle East war ends, while pushing ahead with energy transition and support for small businesses.
Finance Ministry to review welfare card disqualification over parents’ tax allowance
MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026
The Finance Ministry will review rules that may disqualify state welfare cardholders when their children claim parental care tax deductions, aiming to ensure aid reaches those most in need.
Transport Ministry seeks up to 20bn baht from loan decree for EV shift
TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026
The Transport Ministry will ask the Finance Ministry to use 10-20 billion baht from the 400-billion-baht borrowing decree to help public transport and freight operators switch to EVs.
Finance Ministry says old-car trade-in scheme may be revised as valuation problems delay plan
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
Thailand’s proposed old-car trade-in scheme may not proceed in its original form as officials struggle to settle rules on used-car valuations, vehicle scrapping and eligibility criteria.
Thailand to issue 30 billion baht savings bond to fund deficit and key welfare projects
SUNDAY, MAY 10, 2026
A high-level source from the Finance Ministry confirms that the 30 billion baht savings bond issuance will help address the budget deficit and support critical welfare programs amidst rising energy prices.