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Thai Help Thai Plus Registers Over 26 Million, Boosts Economy

Thai Help Thai Plus Registers Over 26 Million, Boosts Economy

Prachachat•Economy•8h ago

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The 'Thai Help Thai Plus' program has successfully registered over 26 million participants, with expectations it will drive economic growth in the latter half of the year.

  • •Over 26.04 million individuals registered for the 'Thai Help Thai Plus (60/40)' program.
  • •The program aims to stimulate the economy and reduce the cost of living.
  • •New participating shops can register until July 31, 2026, and start receiving benefits from June 1, 2026.
  • •The Ministry of Finance is launching an AI assistant called 'Nok Krasib' on the 'Thung Ngern' app to aid small businesses.

Overview

  • •On May 29, Nus. Rachada Thanakidirek reported that the 'Thai Help Thai Plus (60/40)' registration system closed at 22:05.
  • •The 'Thai Help Thai Plus (60/40)' program saw 26.04 million registrations, indicating positive public reception to government stimulus measures.
  • •The program is designed to stimulate the economy and reduce living costs for the public.
  • •Shops nationwide are actively joining the program to boost the grassroots economy and circulation of funds in the second half of the year.
  • •New shops can register for the program until July 31, 2026, with benefits starting June 1, 2026.
  • •Shops previously approved for 'Kon La Kreung Plus' can accept terms and conditions via the 'Thung Ngern' app.
  • •The Ministry of Finance is introducing an AI assistant named 'Nok Krasib' on the 'Thung Ngern' app to enhance digital sales skills for small businesses.
  • •The AI assistant 'Nok Krasib' aims to help small business operators analyze sales, manage inventory, assess financial health, and improve access to loans, thereby expanding their businesses effectively.

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Key Quotes

Nus. Rachada Thanakidirek
"'Thai Help Thai Plus (60/40)' has 26.04 million registrants, reflecting positive reception to the government's economic stimulus and cost-of-living reduction measures."
‘ไทยช่วยไทย พลัส (60/40)’ มีประชาชนลงทะเบียน 26.04 ล้านราย สะท้อนการตอบรับเชิงบวกต่อมาตรการกระตุ้นเศรษฐกิจและลดค่าครองชีพของรัฐบาล

Key Entities

Person

Nus. Rachada Thanakidirek(น.ส.รัชดา ธนาดิเรก)
Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office in Thailand who announced program registration numbers.

Organization

Ministry of Finance(กระทรวงการคลัง)
The government ministry responsible for financial matters in Thailand, which is launching an AI assistant.