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Pakorn consults big business on June 10 to fix outdated laws hindering business.

Pakorn consults big business on June 10 to fix outdated laws hindering business.

Matichon•Politics•13d ago

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Thai Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Nilaphan will meet with key private sector representatives to address outdated regulations hindering business growth.

  • •Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Nilaphan is scheduled to meet with representatives from the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) on June 10.
  • •The meeting aims to discuss solutions for outdated subordinate laws that impede business operations.
  • •The government plans to pilot solutions for seven target industrial sectors, including agriculture, automotive, electronics, healthcare, tourism, retail, and creative economy.
  • •A new 'Super License' system is being considered to streamline the permit process and reduce burdens on businesses.

Overview

  • •On June 4, Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Nilaphan announced a planned meeting for June 10.
  • •Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Nilaphan will hold discussions with representatives from the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB).
  • •The meeting aims to address outdated subordinate laws that pose obstacles to business operations and national economic development.
  • •The private sector has been asked to submit proposals detailing specific issues within laws, regulations, orders, or ministerial regulations that require amendment.
  • •The discussions are part of the 'Reinvent Thailand' plan, focusing on modernizing outdated legal frameworks.
  • •The initiative will initially focus on seven key industrial sectors identified as having high economic value.
  • •After discussions and reaching conclusions with the private sector and relevant agencies, public hearings will be conducted to gather further feedback.
  • •The government intends to propose approved proposals to the Cabinet for endorsement and subsequent legislative action by relevant agencies.

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Key Quotes

Pakorn Nilaphan
"For the discussion on June 10, I ask the private sector to submit their homework."
ในการคุยกันวันที่ 10 มิ.ย.นี้ ก็ขอให้เอกชนส่งการบ้านมา
Pakorn Nilaphan
"The main license will cover all subordinate licenses, so the public or operators won't have to visit multiple agencies as before."
การขออนุญาตหลักครอบคลุมใบอนุญาตรองทั้งหมด โดยไม่ต้องให้ประชาชนหรือผู้ประกอบการเดินขอหลายหน่วยงานเหมือนเดิม

Key Entities

Person

Pakorn Nilaphan(ปกรณ์)
Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand who is spearheading discussions on improving business regulations.

Organization

Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB)(คณะกรรมการร่วมภาคเอกชน 3 สถาบัน (กกร.))
A tripartite committee representing Thailand's major business sectors, providing input on economic policies.
The Thai Chamber of Commerce(สภาหอการค้าแห่งประเทศไทย)
One of the three constituent members of the JSCCIB, advocating for the interests of Thai businesses.
The Federation of Thai Industries(สภาอุตสาหกรรมแห่งประเทศไทย)
One of the three constituent members of the JSCCIB, representing industrial and manufacturing sectors.
Thai Bankers' Association(สมาคมธนาคารไทย)
One of the three constituent members of the JSCCIB, representing the banking and financial sector.

Policy

Reinvent Thailand
A government plan aimed at modernizing outdated legal frameworks to improve business operations and economic competitiveness.
Super License
A proposed licensing system to consolidate multiple subordinate permits under a single main license, simplifying the application process for businesses.

Law

Act on Facilitation of Operations Concerning Permits and Services to the Public(พระราชบัญญัติ (พ.ร.บ.) การอำนวยความสะดวกในการพิจารณาอนุญาตและการให้บริการแก่ประชาชน)
A new law designed to streamline administrative processes for permits and public services.